Earth News EU electricity prices ranked – and it’s bad news for Germany Germany generated more electricity from solar and wind in 2025 than any other EU country – but its prices remain tied to volatile fossil fuels. 01/06/2026
Ecotech Here’s why Europe’s heatwave is bad news for renewables - even solar Soaring temperatures can actually hinder some kinds of renewable energy output, even sun-absorbing solar. 01/06/2026
Climate EU saved over €50 billion in 2025 by lowering fossil fuel imports Investing in renewables has also ensured greater energy security at a moment when the war on Iran is destabilising supplies and forcing up costs. 30/05/2026
Climate Pedro Sánchez unveils €9 billion climate plan The plan, which the government hopes to submit to Brussels before the end of the year, is built on two pillars: access to “decent, efficient” housing and the promotion of “sustainable, affordable” mobility. 25/05/2026
Earth News Heat pumps and EVs can save EU households over €2,200 a year - report Electrification is the “most powerful tool” to protect Europeans from fossil fuel energy shocks, according to a new analysis. 18/05/2026
Climate Why experts predict a looming surge in solar panel prices Geopolitical uncertainty, supply shortages and China’s recent tax reform are threatening to send the prices of solar panels soaring. But, is it really that severe? 17/05/2026
Earth News Heat pump sales soar across Europe. Which nation is leading the race? More than 28 million heat pumps have been installed across Europe, outselling traditional gas boilers in many nations. 13/05/2026
Climate Inside the race to tap into ‘superhot’ geothermal energy Harnessing the power of just one per cent of superhot rocks could provide more than eight times the current global electricity generation. 11/05/2026
The Europe Conversation Europe needs to be more radical on the energy crisis. But how? EU Climate Commissioner explains The only way out of energy crises fueled by the wars in Iran and Ukraine is homegrown energy, EU Climate Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra told Euronews. "We owe it to our citizens and our companies." 07/05/2026
Climate Do you need a battery for plug-in or rooftop solar panels? As Europeans scramble to install rooftop solar panels or even plug-in alternatives, the need for battery storage systems continues to grow. 07/05/2026
Earth News Inside Europe’s struggle to set the record straight on wind power Thousands of anti-wind social media posts have been analysed, as researchers warn that Europe’s energy security could be threatened. 06/05/2026
Earth News Why Europe’s negative electricity prices won’t lower your bills Negative energy prices may seem like a welcome relief amid the cost-of-living crisis but the phenomenon can actually discourage renewables investment. 05/05/2026
Ecotech Türkiye's sci-fi-esque solar city sets new standards for design Experts say the nation is fast becoming a renewable pioneer for the region. 04/05/2026
Climate Plug-in solar explained: How much power can these mini panels produce? Plug-in solar is having its moment in the spotlight. But how much power can these mini devices actually generate? 03/05/2026
Earth News 6 key takeaways from Colombia fossil fuel phaseout conference Europe dominated the Santa Marta fossil fuel summit. Here are the key takeaways. 30/04/2026
Europe News EU touts end of new oil and gas drilling as capitals eye explorations The war in the Middle East may have driven up oil and gas demand, but the world should still ditch new fossil fuel drilling, EU climate chief Wopke Hoekstra has said, insisting on "affordable, reliable, homegrown clean energy." 29/04/2026