Europe is looking ahead: In a new strategy for small modular reactors, the EU is betting on innovation and technological sovereignty. SMRs are not only intended to pave the way for a climate-neutral future, but also to send a strong signal for a self-confident, competitive Europe. In March 2026, the European Union is set to […]
Monthly Archive: February 2026
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to Qatar in February 2026 was more than just a bilateral meeting. It is part of a broader European Union strategy to diversify LNG supplies. Against the backdrop of increasing dependence on American LNG and growing unpredictability in Washington, Berlin and Brussels are trying to make their energy supply more […]
Europe’s decarbonisation drive puts pressure on Poland’s coal industry, but new technologies could transform “black gold” into a valuable input for steel, chemicals, and regional supply security. After the closure of Czechia’s last hard coal mine (CSM/ČSM in Stonava) in early 2026, Poland now remains the only EU country still mining hard coal on a […]
The North Sea is set to become Europe’s energy and protection zone. In Hamburg, nine countries signed a joint agenda: by 2050, 300 gigawatts of offshore wind power are to be generated in the North Sea, much of which will come from cross-border projects. At the same time, new grid regulations and greater security for […]