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Lobby chief François-Régis Mouton denounced the law that could allow governments to fine oil and gas companies up to 20% of their annual turnover. He warned the penalties could lead oil and gas companies to pull out of Europe.

While the countries hardest-hit by the 2021 flash floods have improved crisis response, research shows they are falling behind on nature-based prevention"

The cross-border energy fund has long been overlooked as money goes towards budgetary priorities, such as defence or industrial policy. But recognition of its importance is growing.

Carbon markets are not a silver bullet, but they are a proven tool in the climate policy toolbox and when the stakes are this high, no credible tool should be left on the shelf.

The investigation found that the fuel control switches were moved, but why this happened is still unknown. All but one of the 242 people on board, as well as 19 people on the ground, were killed in the crash.

The NGOs are effectively urging von der Leyen to fight her own European People’s Party agenda.

EU leaders head to Beijing hoping to sway China on climate action, emissions cuts, coal phase-out and support for global green goals ahead of COP30.

In today's edition: ACER, train delays, renewables mega-deal.

Hungary and its allies are seizing on the European Parliament’s delay of the EU’s 2040 climate target, casting doubt on a deal before UN climate talks in November.

German Transport Minister Patrick Schnieder called the state of the national railway system “unacceptable” and admitted he prefers to fly when travelling between Berlin and his constituency.

In today's edition: gas edge, 2040 dealings, ETS.

Opting against the split “just cost Labour 100 seats at the next election,” energy analyst Michael Liebreich reacted.

Brussels’ plan to strip energy bourses of their role in managing power flows has ignited a row with traders, who accuse the EU of orchestrating a quiet power grab.

The Commission's proposal carries major implications for billions in energy investments and industrial development.

Green MEP Lena Schilling urged MEPs to “redeem” themselves after ceding the 2040 climate target to the far right.

Secondary legislation will relieve companies of yet more sustainability reporting obligations as the EU executive presses on with its deregulation drive.

Efforts to fix supplies of everything from medicines to ammunition are beset by hurdles.

In today's edition: Hoekstra, 2040 dealings, diversion of environment funds.

EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra says his plan to slash greenhouse gas emissions to a tenth of 1990 levels is not only feasible, but essential for Europe's economy and security.

Merging all defence industry programmes into the new European Competitiveness Fund puts the focus on boosting domestic arms producers.

The centre-right EPP will be key to deciding whether the law is fast-tracked in a crucial vote tomorrow.