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Solar power in Europe is on the rise
With energy demand constantly rising, together with the need for new and clean energy sources, solar energy will without a doubt be an important part of the future energy mix. Solar panels, which are normally guaranteed to perform for as long as 25 years, producing green electricity without contributing to global warming.
read more... 02/12/2013
Daily: UK spot gas surges on Norwegian gas supply outage
Brent crude futures traded above $111 a barrel on Thursday on worries OPEC member Libya isn't close to increase output as winter oil demand jumps, while a bigger-than-expected rise in US crude stock kept the gains under control.
read more... 29/11/2013
Shale gas in Europe
Unconventional gas is rapidly growing in importance in Europe, with shale gas at the forefront. It is expected that between now and 2035 shale gas could account for about 45% of European gas production, which is the equivalent of 10% of total demand.
read more... 26/11/2013
Daily: European power prices tumble on weaker demand, ample solar supply
Brent crude futures declined below 108 a barrel on Thursday following expectations that the U.S. Federal Reserve will curb its massive economic stimulus and world powers will conclude a preliminary deal with Iran over its nuclear programme.
read more... 22/11/2013
Daily: German, French power contracts diverge at 11.50 euro gap
Brent crude oil boosted by more than $1 a barrel on Wednesday after an American official said it would be "very hard" to reach a nuclear agreement with Iran this week. U.S. oil prices dropped late in session after the U.S. Federal Reserve suggested it may increase its monetary stimulus program, a move that could hit oil demand.
read more... 21/11/2013