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Rocket program for German LNG terminals

13. May 2022 / Simon Göß / 0 Comments
Analysis: Energy supply, Europe, Natural Gas Market, Procurement

Shares of natural gas import countries in Germany and the EU (source: Energy Brainpool, 2022) — © Energy Brainpool

Reducing dependence on Russian gas is the order of the day. Thus, import LNG terminals will soon play an important role in Germany. The idea of building import terminals for liquefied natural gas (LNG) on the German coast is already several years old. However, political support for the construction of the planned facilities in Brunsbüttel, Wilhelmshaven and Stade was limited. Moreover, investment decisions by economic actors also dragged on for a long time, were put on hold or planning was very slow.

Energy market review April 2022

10. May 2022 / Sila Akat / 0 Comments
Series: Energy Policy, Europe, Prices, Renewable Energy

Due to the ongoing war situation between Russia and Ukraine, there is no relief in sight on the energy market. Firstly, Europe is imposing new sanctions against Russia and looking for alternative suppliers for gas and coal. Secondly, the federal government has presented a new package of measures with support aid for energy-intensive companies. Thirdly, the results of the solar and biomass tenders were announced.

EU Energy Outlook 2050: How will the European electricity market develop over the next 30 years?

11. April 2022 / Alex Schmitt / 2 Comments
Analysis: Commodity markets, Energy Policy, Europe, Prices, Procurement, Renewable Energy

The European energy system will change dramatically in the coming decades. In addition to climate change and an outdated power plant fleet, current geopolitical tensions are also forcing the European Union and many countries to change their energy policies. What do these developments mean for prices, revenue potential and risks for photovoltaics and wind?

Two different energy systems: France and Germany compared

24. March 2022 / Simon Göß / 2 Comments
Analysis: Energy Policy, Energy supply, Europe, Power Market

Shares of different energy sources in primary energy consumption in France (inner ring) and Germany (outer ring) in 2019, in percent (source: Energy Brainpool) — © Energy Brainpool

The energy systems of the two largest EU countries differ. A comparison of the electricity sectors in particular shows the contrasts. Electricity generation in France is dominated by nuclear power, which accounts for almost 70 percent, while Germany’s electricity mix relies on coal and natural gas as fossil fuels for one-third of the total. Follow us in this article as we explore the differences between the two energy systems.

Just by looking at the primary energy consumption of the two countries, the differences between France and Germany become clear. France’s primary energy consumption of about 10000 PJ was for many years about one third lower than that of Germany. However, in addition to the higher economic output, the high shares of coal-fired power generation in Germany also played an important role.

Energy market review February 2022

15. March 2022 / Sila Akat / 0 Comments
Series: Commodity markets, Energy Economy, Europe, Natural Gas Market, Power Market, Prices, Renewable Energy

Due to the war in Ukraine, February 22 was characterised by strong price movements on the short-term and futures markets. The certification of Nord Stream 2 has now been finally suspended. Due to the current high energy prices, the German government is already abolishing the EEG levy in the middle of this year. In addition, while the nuclear phase-out is scheduled for the end of this year in Germany, further nuclear power plants are being planned in France.

Nuclear power and natural gas in the EU taxonomy: What is it about?

31. January 2022 / Simon Göß / 0 Comments
Knowledge: Energy Economy, Energy Policy, Europe, Natural Gas Market

The potential inclusion of nuclear power and natural gas in the EU taxonomy has again ripped open the rifts in European energy and climate policy. What exactly does the EU taxonomy regulate and what conditions are attached to classifying the two technologies as sustainable? In this article, we put the discussions surrounding the EU taxonomy in context.

Energy market review October 2021

23. November 2021 / Claire-Luise Heydick & Julia Zygmunt / 0 Comments
Series: Energy Economy, Energy Policy, Europe, Natural Gas Market, Power Market, Prices, Renewable Energy

In October 2021, new record prices on energy markets are prevailing. The EU Commission launches a toolbox as short-term response to high energy and commodity prices. Another consequence of the price rally: A switch took place from natural gas to oil and oil products in the energy sector. Besides that, there will be a reduction of the EEG levy for 2022.

What is next for the European emissions trading system (EU ETS)? Part I

27. May 2021 / Lara Dombrowski / 0 Comments
Analysis: Energy Policy, Europe

The CO₂ price is becoming increasingly important for the electricity market. Therefore, we take a closer look at the CO₂ market and the discussed changes in the European Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS). In this first article, we look at the current developments and the envisaged changes in the course of the new EU climate protection package “Fit for 55”.

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Rocket program for German LNG terminals

Energy market review April 2022

EU Energy Outlook 2050: How will the European electricity market develop over the next 30 years?

Two different energy systems: France and Germany compared

Energy market review February 2022

Nuclear power and natural gas in the EU taxonomy: What is it about?

Energy market review October 2021

What is next for the European emissions trading system (EU ETS)? Part I

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