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The Estonian Supreme Court upheld the Environmental Board's refusal to grant a permit for the restart of the Kunda hydroelectric power plant, citing minimal electricity production that would not justify the environmental impact.

The Estonian Supreme Court has ruled against electricity production at the Kunda River, siding with the Environmental Board in a long-standing dispute.

Electricity prices are set to drop significantly in Finland due to an anticipated increase in wind power production.

The article discusses a potential relief for consumers facing high electricity prices due to an increase in wind energy production as weather conditions improve in Finland.

On Wednesday, the price of spot electricity in Finland is set to decrease significantly due to an anticipated rise in wind power production in the afternoon.

Slovakia's pumped storage plants recorded their highest operational level in 20 years due to the rise of green energy sources.

Electricity bills in Finland are expected to rise further in February due to cold weather and low wind power production.

Poland's energy transformation sees renewable energy reach nearly one-third of electricity production in 2025, marking a significant decline in coal dependency.

Finland is experiencing record-high electricity prices due to a combination of cold weather and low wind energy production, leading to significant energy consumption.

Solar energy production in Estonia reached record levels while electricity prices are set to rise significantly.

The article discusses the critical role of the National Electric System Operator (ONS) in Brazil, comparing it to a conductor leading an orchestra, emphasizing its importance in coordinating electricity supply and demand.

In January, Latvia experienced a significant increase in electricity consumption and production, marking the highest levels recorded since the spring of 2024.

A discussion in the Estonian Parliament highlighted the issues concerning the electricity system's reliance on CO2 quota prices due to the use of oil shale for electricity production.

High electricity prices in winter and low prices during summer are causing financing challenges for energy project developers in Latvia and Lithuania.

Electricity prices have plummeted to a historic low due to favorable weather conditions and increased renewable energy production in Greece.

Finnish Minister Sakari Puisto sees potential for expanding peat production, emphasizing its importance for energy security amidst rising electricity prices.

Spot electricity prices in Finland are set to decrease temporarily, with forecasts suggesting even lower prices for the following day due to expected wind energy production increases.

Nigeria's national electricity grid will face disruptions due to a scheduled maintenance of gas production facilities by Seplat Energy from February 12 to 15, 2026.

The Finnish Energy Industry has addressed rising concerns about the electricity consumption of data centers, emphasizing that new production capacity will be developed in line with increased demand.

An expert warns that enduring cold weather in February could lead to increased electricity demands and fluctuations in price due to limitations in renewable energy production.

Helen, a Finnish electric company, explains the recent spike in electricity prices due to increased consumption from colder temperatures and low wind power production.

Experts discussed increasing electricity production in the Baltic states to lower consumer prices and bolster industry resilience.

The Social Democrats in Sweden are urging the government to activate promised electricity price support by March 1 due to soaring energy prices driven by low wind production and cold weather.

Electricity prices in Sweden have risen significantly, reaching over 2 SEK per kilowatt-hour, largely due to low wind production and high demand during cold weather.

Electricity consumption in the Baltic States, particularly in Lithuania, reached a record high last week, leading to a 12% increase in prices due to reduced wind energy production and lower imports from Finland.

Electricity prices in Finland are set to rise significantly due to high consumption and low wind power production, with Sweden also experiencing a price increase.

Poland's electricity network operator has outlined plans to address capacity shortages and improve energy production security by 2036.

Iberdrola has reported a significant increase in its electricity production in Spain for 2025, leveraging gas and solar energy, with offshore wind technology also showing a global growth of 38%.

Etelä-Savon Energia has implemented an electric boiler to leverage cheap electricity, significantly enhancing the heating production for Mikkeli during low electricity price periods.

Finland is considering compensating its residents for high electricity prices, while Estonia's Minister of Energy and Environment, Andres Sutt, argues that increasing production capacity is the better solution.

Developers in Virumaa are seeking cheaper electricity production methods due to rising electricity costs significantly affecting both consumers and large manufacturers.

The Auvere oil shale power plant was restored to operation on Thursday evening, providing some relief from the high electricity prices of recent weeks, alongside the reactivation of the 8th block of the Estonian power plant this week.

In January, electricity market prices exceeded 15 cents per kilowatt-hour, marking the steepest rise since the energy crisis of 2022, largely driven by a 20% increase in consumption due to cold weather.

In January, Estonia experienced a record average electricity price of 15.4 cents/kWh, driven by cold weather, high demand, and insufficient cheap renewable energy.

Politicians visiting Yle's morning show emphasize increasing electricity production to combat price fluctuations, with opposition criticizing the government for inconsistencies in handling electricity prices.

Poland recently set a new record for electricity demand and production, showcasing its ability to maintain energy stability during peak demand caused by cold temperatures.

In January, the average electricity market price in Latvia increased by 82.8% compared to December, reaching 15.3 cents per kilowatt-hour, marking it as the highest ever January price due to cold weather conditions that spiked consumption and hampered energy production.

A new record for natural gas consumption was achieved in the country, with significant amounts supplied through the Klaipėda liquefied natural gas terminal and influenced by increased electricity production demands due to cold weather.

Recent frigid winds in Denmark have boosted wind energy production, leading to lower electricity prices, according to energy analyst Kristian Rune Poulsen.

Cold weather and low wind energy production have caused a significant rise in electricity prices in Estonia and Finland, reaching over 300 euros per MWh, influenced by decreased gas supplies and rising gas prices.

Countries, including several in Europe, are planning new nuclear reactors as a response to the climate crisis and to secure a stable energy source independent of fossil fuel imports.

The price of electricity on the market today exceeds yesterday's rates, with an average tax-included cost of over 48 cents per kilowatt-hour, predicted to rise even higher in the afternoon due to low wind energy production and ongoing cold weather.

The average electricity price in the Baltic region rises to 389 euros per megawatt-hour due to extremely cold and windless weather, causing several production capacities in Estonia to be offline.

The director of the Energy Cities association warns that the price of electricity may see even higher spikes due to simultaneous cold weather and low wind energy production coinciding with high demand.

The rising energy demand from artificial intelligence is posing challenges for economic growth, particularly in developing countries, while projections indicate a 40% increase in electricity demand in the U.S. and Europe over the next two decades.

Spain's efforts to meet its renewable energy goals, as outlined in its National Integrated Energy and Climate Plan, are hindered by insufficient demand and infrastructure for self-consumption and electric vehicles, despite achieving significant renewable electricity production in 2025.

Chinese researchers have discovered that using salt can significantly lower energy consumption in production processes, as detailed in a study published in Nature Communications.

The article discusses the ongoing transition in the German electricity market where renewable energy is increasing, while conventional energy sources are being phased out, raising concerns about energy supply during low production periods.

Poland has achieved a record electricity production just days after setting a record high demand for energy, reaching 27.6 GW net.

EDF continues to increase its nuclear electricity production, achieving 373 terawatt-hours in 2025, a 3.1% rise compared to 2024, indicating a steady recovery since the 2022 crisis.