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2023-10-24
National energy and climate plans need more ambition, say European environmentalists
Portugal also needs to improve its emissions reduction target.
2023-10-24
Portugal's dependence on gas for electricity production has risks
The European Commission warned on Tuesday that Portugal's dependence on gas for electricity production has "growing risks" to energy security, worsening with extreme droughts, although it guarantees a "well-prepared" European Union (EU) for the winter.
2023-10-24
European Commission wants to multiply by 10 offshore wind capacity installations in the EU
Wind energy, both onshore, which accounts for 92% of installed wind capacity, and offshore, is crucial for electricity production in the EU, accounting for an average of 16% of the electricity consumed in the EU.
2023-10-24
Brussels proposes financial support and shorter permits for EU to have 500 GW of wind
The European Commission on Tuesday proposed support, financing and shorter permits for the European Union (EU) to increase the total installed wind capacity to 500 GW/year in 2030, when it is estimated that six billion euros will need to be invested.
2023-10-24
Brussels admits to extending gas price cap mechanism in 2024
Although the bloc has full gas stocks, Brussels does not rule out the possibility of extending the price cap mechanism. Fourth joint gas purchase moves forward on November 23.
2023-10-24
Energy and Climate Plan doesn't just fall short on renewables. We need to improve efficiency and reduce emissions
PNEC is still under review, but the draft version has not convinced either the president or environmentalists who are calling for more ambition. The Portuguese plan is not yet aligned with European targets.
2023-10-23
Wind power production hits all-time highs due to strong winds
According to REN, the previous maximum had been recorded on January 16 this year and was 106.3 GWh.
2023-10-23
Brussels makes recommendations to tackle energy poverty in the EU
Brussels reinforces its commitment to ensure that the clean energy transition is fair and equitable for all.
2023-10-23
Duarte Cordeiro: "We are lagging behind in the waste sector"
Portugal now has a more mature environmental policy and stable regulation, but there is much to improve to meet the anticipation of the transition goals to which the country has committed.
2023-10-23
Lack of capacity of electricity grids delays energy transition
The International Energy Agency's first-of-its-kind global study reveals a growing queue of renewable energy projects waiting for the green light to be connected to the grid.