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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sutt: Estonia supports reforming the CO2 trading system

Estonia's Minister of Energy and Environment, Andres Sutt, stated that Estonia has supported reforms to the EU carbon trading system prior to a recent declaration by ten EU member states advocating for changes.

Feb 27 • 13:41 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Statnett: - We are monitoring the situation

Statnett, Norway's transmission system operator, is aware of media reports regarding threats to the energy systems in the Nordic region and is coordinating with relevant authorities.

Feb 26 • 12:20 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Silver Sillak: The problem is not ETS, but the lack of new power plants

Silver Sillak emphasizes that the real issue facing Estonia's energy market is the insufficient development of new power plants, rather than the Emissions Trading System (ETS).

Feb 26 • 11:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

System that generates electricity using marine bacteria developed at Unesp; understand

A research project at São Paulo State University (Unesp) has developed an experimental system that generates electricity using the photosynthesis of marine bacteria.

Feb 26 • 11:26 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Serious Threat Against the Nordic Energy System

Authorities in the Nordic countries are investigating a serious threat to their energy systems, believed to originate from a foreign state.

Feb 26 • 11:16 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

TV4: Report of a serious threat to the energy system in all Nordic countries

A serious threat to the energy infrastructure across all Nordic countries has been reported, suspected to be linked to a foreign power, prompting authorities to raise their alert levels.

Feb 26 • 10:54 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Reports to TV4: Serious threat to Nordic energy systems

There are reports of a serious threat to the Nordic energy system, believed to be connected to foreign powers and prompting increased vigilance from authorities.

Feb 26 • 10:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Reports: Serious Threat to the Energy System in Sweden

A serious threat has been reported against the energy infrastructure across the Nordic countries, potentially linked to foreign actors.

Feb 26 • 10:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Czech Republic pushes for ETS system change, proposing price cap and further delay

The Czech Republic is advocating for adjustments in the ETS system, suggesting a price cap alongside a proposal for additional delays.

Feb 26 • 09:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Energy Supply: A Heating System for All

Large heat pumps can provide energy for industrial processes or district heating networks, and there is still potential for improvements.

Feb 26 • 09:24 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Hungary: Orbán accuses Kyiv of sabotage against energy facilities

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has increased security around critical energy infrastructures after alleging that Ukraine is trying to disrupt Hungary's energy system.

Feb 25 • 21:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Orban Sends Army to Guard Energy Facilities in Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has announced the deployment of troops to protect energy infrastructure amid concerns over alleged Ukrainian plans to harm Hungary's energy system.

Feb 25 • 19:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Monitor Polski from February 25, 2026 (positions 238-244)

Announcement by the Minister of Sport and Tourism regarding the inclusion of a free market qualification for organizing and implementing ski tourism events in the Integrated Qualification System, along with various announcements from the Patent Office and Minister of Energy on different regulatory matters.

Feb 25 • 18:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Orbán, accusing Ukraine of planning an attack, ordered to strengthen the security of Hungary's energy infrastructure

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has intensified tensions with Ukraine by accusing Kyiv of planning to disrupt Hungary's energy system and deploying military to protect infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 16:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Orbán sends soldiers to protect energy system, citing a threat from Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has ordered army units to safeguard critical energy infrastructure citing perceived threats from Ukraine.

Feb 25 • 15:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Orbán: Ukraine intends to sabotage Hungary's energy system

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is deploying soldiers and military equipment to protect the country's energy system amidst accusations that Ukraine plans sabotage attacks against it.

Feb 25 • 15:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Viktor Orban accuses Ukraine of disrupting Hungary's energy system

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has accused Ukraine of trying to disrupt Hungary's energy system and has ordered military deployments to protect critical infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 14:04 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Electric public transport in Kyiv to partially resume operations

Electric public transport services on the right bank of Kyiv are set to partially resume starting February 26.

Feb 25 • 13:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Orban: Ukraine plans to disrupt the Hungarian energy system

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban accused Ukraine of planning to disrupt Hungary's energy system and has ordered the deployment of soldiers and equipment for the protection of critical infrastructure.

Feb 25 • 13:39 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Messerschmidt wants import ban on technology from China: The energy system should be secured with 'lovely, beautiful, Polish coal'

Danish politician Morten Messerschmidt has called for a total ban on importing technology from China to enhance Europe's energy independence.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Condominium manager indicted after confessing to forging signatures of residents at assembly in interior SP

A condominium manager in Araçatuba, Brazil, has been indicted after admitting to forging residents' signatures during a meeting to decide on the installation of a solar energy system.

Feb 24 • 18:08 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Graube: Russia's failure on the front in Ukraine has led to a 'terrorist winter'

During winter months, Russia has been terrorizing Ukraine's energy system with attacks, leading to prolonged lack of heating, electricity, and water in several cities.

Feb 24 • 16:35 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Will investigate the concession system: Fears for data centers in 'every nook and cranny'

Norwegian political parties SV and Høyre propose a concession system for data centers to manage their growth amid rising electricity consumption and environmental concerns.

Feb 24 • 12:55 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Hinc, Gaz-System: Necessary Regulatory Stability

The article emphasizes the necessity of regulatory stability for the successful implementation of Poland's economic security strategy and energy infrastructure development.

Feb 24 • 10:09 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russia has attacked Ukraine's energy system 5,796 times in four years

In the past four years, Russia has executed 5,796 attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leading to significant casualties and challenges for energy workers.

Feb 24 • 08:20 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

Putin says Ukrainians are sabotaging peace talks – Zelensky wants assistance for renewing the energy system

Putin accuses Ukraine of undermining peace negotiations, while Zelensky seeks help for renewing Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

Feb 24 • 07:11 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
World

The Federation of the Willing Promises Continued Support for Ukraine - Zelensky Seeks Assistance for the Renewal of the Energy System

The Federation of the Willing continues to pledge their support for Ukraine as President Zelensky requests help in renewing the country's energy infrastructure.

Feb 24 • 07:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The long cold spell has ended – wind turbines return to production

Wind turbines in Lappeenranta, Finland, are back in operation as a low-pressure system brings breezy conditions, ending a prolonged period of low wind.

Feb 23 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Litgrid has a new leader – A. Šemeškevičius begins his duties

A. Šemeškevičius has been appointed as the new leader of Litgrid for a five-year term, focusing on enhancing Lithuania's electricity transmission system.

Feb 23 • 10:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

End of Start-Stop System? What American Lawmakers Decided

The American EPA has announced a significant deregulation package, revoking the 2009 Endangerment Finding that recognized greenhouse gases as a public health threat, fundamentally altering CO₂ emissions standards in the automotive and energy sectors.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Battery Costs Decrease by 27% Last Year... A Positive Signal for Renewable Energy Expansion

The rapid decline in energy storage system (ESS) costs is anticipated to accelerate the spread of renewable energy in South Korea.

Feb 22 • 07:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

People in Sokolov Are Paying for Heat, but Money Keeps Getting Lost in the System. The Dispute Has Reached Babiš

Residents of Sokolov are facing ongoing issues with heating costs as money continues to disappear in the system, prompting government attention, including from former Prime Minister Babiš.

Feb 21 • 21:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A Cold Winter Challenges Helsinki, Which Switched from Coal to Wood and Electricity - Air Quality Improved

Helsinki faces challenges this winter as it adjusts to a coal-free heating system while noting improvements in air quality.

Feb 21 • 07:30 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Switzerland sends energy equipment to Ukraine

Switzerland is delivering energy equipment worth CHF 32 million to aid in the restoration of Ukraine's energy system.

Feb 20 • 18:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

An Innovative, But Very Unusual Power Plant Created

A new helium-filled airborne wind energy system, S2000, designed by Linyi Yunchuan Energy Technology, harnesses high-altitude winds to generate electricity.

Feb 20 • 17:35 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Zelensky discussed the impact of Russian attacks with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees

President Zelensky met with Barham Salih, the head of the UN refugee agency, to discuss the impact of Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy system and the assistance needs of Ukrainians.

Feb 19 • 21:36 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's energy system remains Russia's primary target in air attacks – UK Defence Intelligence

UK Defence Intelligence reports that Ukraine's energy infrastructure continues to be the main target of Russian air strikes.

Feb 19 • 12:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

More Irap on the energy sector. Solar, revolution incentives

New measures have been introduced regarding incentives for photovoltaic plants aiming to alleviate system charges and manage resource allocation in the energy sector.

Feb 19 • 06:55 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Strengthened bonus system. Discounts for the middle class

The new Energy Decree provides targeted measures to support vulnerable groups and the middle class with a one-time extraordinary contribution and a new bill discount mechanism.

Feb 19 • 06:53 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Chart of the week: Russia’s attacks push Ukraine’s energy system to the brink

Russia's sustained attacks on Ukraine have severely compromised the country's energy infrastructure, with millions facing a critical lack of heat, electricity, and water amid brutal winter conditions.

Feb 18 • 15:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The European Anti-Fraud Office has launched an investigation into ČEPS projects

The European Anti-Fraud Office is investigating projects associated with ČEPS, the Czech electricity transmission system operator.

Feb 17 • 13:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

How to coordinate electricity production?

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.

Feb 17 • 13:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"In this Olympic discipline we would not win." The need for more renewable energy sources in the system

The article discusses the slow pace of energy transformation in Poland, emphasizing the need for increased investment in renewable energy sources (RES) to enhance the country's economic competitiveness and lower energy costs.

Feb 16 • 17:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Anti Allas Breaks into the Electricity Market with His Discovery

Mario Kadastik responds to Anti Allas's recent comments about restructuring the Nord Pool energy market, stating that solutions proposed by Allas already exist in the system.

Feb 16 • 14:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letters to the Editor: Let power peak prices govern state support

The author argues that the state energy support system should be based on the highest power prices rather than the monthly average, advocating for a change in how energy subsidies are calculated in Sweden.

Feb 16 • 12:38 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Emergency power outages introduced in Kharkiv Oblast

Kharkiv Oblast has implemented emergency power outages in response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine's energy system due to Russian military actions.

Feb 16 • 10:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Ramaphosa and a Stable Electricity System in South Africa - the Devils Are in the Detail

President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasizes the importance of energy reform in South Africa, but warns that challenges remain despite expectations of progress.

Feb 16 • 04:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Is the waste of energy the fault of renewables?

The article discusses Brazil's rapid adoption of solar and wind energy, highlighting the challenges associated with integrating these sources into a historically hydroelectric-dominated power system.

Feb 16 • 01:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

URMAS REINSALU ⟩ We need to define Estonia's clear position on European energy policy choices

Estonia's Isamaa party leader Urmas Reinsalu stresses the need for a fundamental change in the EU's emissions trading system to enhance Europe's competitiveness.

Feb 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Rubio in Munich

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with U.S. Secretary Mark Rubio at the Munich Security Conference to discuss the front-line situation and the impacts of Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy system.

Feb 15 • 09:34 UTC

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