2019-03-20 Energy policy The ABC of power pricing: the role of governments and regulators Suppliers have no control over grid fees, climate levies and taxes Read more
2019-03-19 Energy policy Energy industry The ABC of power pricing: only a quarter is generation and distribution The energy sector’s share of the bill is much lower than many consumers think Read more
2019-03-12 Power generation Energy trade Climate protection RWE pre-orders electricity from Northwester 2 offshore wind farm Contract covers Belgian wind farm’s total annual production of approximately 800 GWh Read more
2019-03-06 Energy policy Energy industry Energy trade What’s next for the British capacity market? Commission opens in-depth investigation into British Capacity Market Read more
2019-02-25 Research and Development Innovation Three newcomers shaking up the energy transition There was no shortage of start-ups at E-world. The en:former team introduces you to three of them. Read more
2019-02-12 Power generation Energy transition Solar power from the mountains In winter, the power generation of PV systems is low. One possible solution: solar farms in the mountains Read more
2019-02-07 Climate protection Energy transition Climate politics, grid expansion and smart cities The movers and shakers of the industry discussed said topics at the Energy Leadership Meeting Read more
2019-02-05 Energy industry Innovation E-world 2019: How can cities contribute to energy transition? The European energy sector’s leading trade show will begin on 5 February. This year’s focus: ‘Smart City and Climate Solutions’ Read more
2019-01-23 Power generation Energy policy Energy industry Japanese exit puts the UK's nuclear policy under fresh scrutiny Hitachi and Toshiba have put an end to the planned construction of nuclear power stations in the UK Read more
2019-01-10 Power generation Energy transition Climate protection Opting for biomass in power plants for a sustainable power supply The Netherlands are now increasingly turning to wood shavings to generate electricity. Further power plants are being converted Read more
2019-01-08 Power generation Energy transition Renewables outstrip fossil-fuelled power plants in the UK The generation capacities of wind, solar and biomass have tripled in the past five years Read more
2019-01-07 Power generation Energy industry Forbes: Coal remains the most important global energy source Whilst European countries try to end the generation of electricity using coal, other nations are busy building power stations all over Read more
2018-12-11 Research and Development Sector coupling Energy transition Electricity, the new fuel Ways in which electrically generated fuels could be used to power vehicles as well as the heating market Read more
2018-11-26 Energy transition Power generation The green side of the USA As Trump's government loses momentum, companies and numerous states turn to solar and wind power Read more
2018-11-16 Energy industry More electricity for everyone The new World Energy Outlook reveals that the global need for energy continues to grow – especially for electricity Read more
2018-11-14 Energy transition Energy policy One continent, one power grid Better use could be made of regional green electricity surpluses. This would reduce carbon emissions and save money Read more
2018-11-09 Research and Development Energy storage Power storage requires creative minds Liquid air in tanks and EVs acting as battery stores to contribute to future security of supply Read more
2018-11-08 Energy transition Energy policy Why unproduced electricity is driving energy prices skyward Grid capacity has fallen behind in the energy transition. This is costing billions, due to repeated interference with the power grid. A review Read more
2018-11-06 Security of supply Energy storage Innovation Emergency power systems: Not just handy in case of a blackout Emergency standby generators can help bridge fluctuations in public power grids Read more
2018-10-17 Security of supply Energy transition Dutch gas power plant set to deliver electricity to Belgium Claus C is being put back in operation in 2020 – neighbouring country is looking for alternative energy sources for the nuclear phase-out Read more