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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Electricity: Reductions in ‘green’ tariffs are coming in March

Market signals indicate a decrease in ‘green’ tariff charges in Greece for March, correlated with the wholesale electricity market conditions.

Feb 28 • 05:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Support for Private Solar Systems: Enriching is Right but Still Doing it Wrong

A commentary on the German government’s plan to cut feed-in tariffs for smaller solar systems, indicating potential adverse impacts despite sound arguments.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Heating tariffs have decreased in Aizkraukle and Madona, but will increase in Cesis, Olaines, and Saulkrasti

Heating tariffs are set to decrease in Aizkraukle and Madona, while increases are anticipated in Cesis, Olaines, and Saulkrasti starting March 1, 2026.

Feb 27 • 07:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Switching energy deal can save £200 as price cap falls, say experts

Experts recommend households on energy tariffs linked to the price cap switch to fixed deals to save over £200 annually due to a recent price cap reduction.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

LIVE Mitsotakis and Androulakis in Parliament on energy amid wiretapping allegations

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis responds to PASOK President Nikos Androulakis's questioning in Parliament concerning energy issues, with Androulakis criticizing the government's energy policy for lacking a coherent plan and social justice.

Feb 27 • 06:47 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Strengthening security and stabilizing tariffs - "Rīgas siltums" has installed a fast-acting electrode boiler

Rīgas Siltums has installed a fast-acting electrode boiler to enhance heating efficiency and increase tariff stability.

Feb 27 • 04:10 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

José Antonio Loret de Mola Assumes the Presidency of the CCE in Yucatán

José Antonio Loret de Mola has taken over the presidency of the Coordinating Business Council (CCE) in Yucatán, focusing on addressing natural gas shortages and reducing electricity tariffs to enhance competitiveness.

Feb 27 • 01:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

5% VAT on Electricity? Poland Skeptical of European Commission Proposal

Poland expresses skepticism regarding the European Commission's proposals to lower electricity costs through tax reductions and budget adjustments.

Feb 26 • 03:27 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tourism: Which countries bring billions to Greece despite tariffs and geopolitical tension?

A report highlights resilience in global tourism markets contributing to Greece's economy amidst tariffs and geopolitical challenges.

Feb 25 • 12:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Ekaterina Rojaka. The Economy as a Weapon: The US Course Changing the Balance of Power

The article discusses the implications of Trump's economic policies, focusing on tariffs and investments in the US economy, which could create jobs but may also increase inflation.

Feb 25 • 08:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Big Impact of Trump's Solar Tariff!

Trump's tariffs have led to a significant drop in solar energy stocks amid a broader surge in the stock market.

Feb 25 • 07:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why is the Solar Energy Sector in Trump's Crosshairs?

Donald Trump has intensified tariff attacks on imported solar energy products from India, Indonesia, and Laos following a setback in the U.S. Supreme Court regarding reciprocal tariffs.

Feb 25 • 06:24 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Some down 15%... some down 10%, a stampede in these shares as Trump drops tariff bomb

In a turbulent stock market, shares of solar energy companies have crashed following the Trump administration's heavy tariffs on solar imports, with some experiencing over 15% declines.

Feb 25 • 05:31 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Trump delivers a blow... Now imposed a tariff bomb of 126%, targeting India and Indonesia

Donald Trump has imposed a hefty 126% tariff on solar energy products imported from India as part of a broader tariff attack that affects multiple countries.

Feb 25 • 03:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Solar energy storage could have a payback period of two years in Brazil

The installation of energy storage systems integrated with solar generation in Brazil can provide a payback period of up to two years for both commercial and residential establishments.

Feb 24 • 15:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Megabatteries Hit by 'Stupid Fines'

Denmark is falling behind on large battery storage systems because of tariffs and fees that hinder the storage of solar and wind energy.

Feb 24 • 10:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Megabatteries are a Swiss Army knife in the climate crisis. But in Denmark, they get a 'fool's fine'

Denmark is lagging in the adoption of megabatteries, which are essential for storing solar and wind energy, due to tariffs and fees that hinder their implementation.

Feb 24 • 10:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The Vertical Corridor at the Center of EU-US Energy Dialogue After Trump Tariffs

The Vertical Corridor has become a focal point in the aftermath of the US Supreme Court's decision to overturn Trump tariffs, affecting energy discussions between the EU and the US.

Feb 24 • 06:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Response: If those who get pancake with pork charge their electric cars, the visit gets really expensive

The article discusses the absurd impact of new electricity tariffs on electric vehicle owners in Sweden, questioning the energy minister's perspective on managing peak loads.

Feb 20 • 10:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Busch: Criticized electricity fee may be stopped

Swedish Energy Minister Ebba Busch has indicated that the controversial statutory energy tariffs may be halted.

Feb 19 • 14:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Pressure Increases on 'Velocity of Investment in the U.S.'... 'Commercial Rationality' and Participation of Korean Companies Are Key

The U.S. and Japanese governments have announced their first investment projects resulting from tariff negotiations, increasing pressure on South Korea, which is in a similar situation, as commercial rationality and the level of participation of Korean companies become critical issues.

Feb 18 • 07:25 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Gas, diamonds, oil... Japan to invest 36 billion dollars in the United States

Japan is set to invest $36 billion in the United States as part of a trade agreement reducing tariffs on Japanese imports.

Feb 18 • 07:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

FOLLOW TARIFFS ⟩ Charging an electric car at public chargers may be cheaper than at home

Cold weather has reduced the driving range of electric vehicles and increased the load on the charging network by nearly 50%.

Feb 17 • 05:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

"The Legacy of Inefficiency". Why Are Water Services So Expensive in Our Country?

The article analyzes the high energy footprint of water services in Central and Eastern Europe compared to developed nations, highlighting inefficiencies and the impact of artificially low water tariffs.

Feb 16 • 16:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Russia confirms sending oil to Cuba... and 'challenges' Trump's tariffs: 'Supply is expected soon'

Russia has confirmed plans to send oil to Cuba as humanitarian aid amid the island's worsening energy crisis.

Feb 12 • 14:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Energy auction ceiling prices will be corrected, says minister

The Brazilian Minister of Mines and Energy announced plans to correct the ceiling prices for the electricity capacity auction to ensure fair investor returns and tariff affordability before the auction scheduled for March.

Feb 11 • 15:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

LEA: One supplier increased electricity tariffs per week

A survey indicated that one independent supplier raised electricity tariffs by up to 1% in certain fixed price plans, while another supplier kept their rates unchanged.

Feb 10 • 12:55 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

"Ignitis Latvia" Enters the Household Electricity Market

Lithuanian energy company Ignitis has launched electricity sales to households in Latvia, offering several new tariff plans.

Feb 9 • 09:03 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Minister Kim Jong-kwan: "If the special law passes, the possibility of deferring tariff increases is high"

Korean Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, Kim Jong-kwan, expressed confidence that passing the special law for investment in the U.S. would likely lead to a deferral of tariff increases imposed by the U.S.

Feb 9 • 08:37 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Lithuania's 'Ignitis' starts electricity sales to Latvian households

Ignitis has launched personalized electricity tariffs for Latvian households, aiming to disrupt the existing energy market.

Feb 9 • 07:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Treasury Must Reassess Position and Accept Resumption of Angra 3, with Tariff Reduction

The Brazilian Treasury is now inclined to support the continuation of the Angra 3 nuclear power plant construction, conditioned on a reduction of the projected energy tariffs.

Feb 8 • 18:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

India's Agreement with America.. An Opening to Markets or Surrender to Trump?

India and the U.S. are nearing a trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs and reshaping energy relations, following a comprehensive trade deal with the European Union.

Feb 8 • 10:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Trump raises 25% tariffs on India in exchange for halting Russian oil imports

US President Donald Trump has lifted a 25% tariff on Indian goods following an agreement that India will stop importing Russian oil and increase purchases of American energy products.

Feb 7 • 09:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Narendra Modi congratulates trade agreement with the USA

A new trade agreement between India and the USA will reduce tariffs on Indian goods and require India to purchase significant amounts of American energy and industrial products.

Feb 7 • 08:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Ecuador observes Colombia's version after meeting between foreign ministers and details commitments on security, energy, and tariffs

Ecuador's Foreign Ministry critiques Colombia's assertion of responsibility for a disagreement stemming from issues of border control and state presence.

Feb 7 • 03:15 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Mexico evaluates how to send oil to Cuba without getting 'scraped' by Trump's tariffs

The Mexican government, led by Claudia Sheinbaum, is considering ways to send fuel to Cuba to address an energy crisis while avoiding U.S. trade retaliations, according to Reuters.

Feb 5 • 23:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Tariff 'disruption' affects South Korea-US nuclear and submarine cooperation... Wi Sung-lak says 'security issues are delaying discussions'

US tariffs are causing delays in South Korea and the US's discussions on nuclear submarine cooperation and uranium enrichment due to intertwining trade and security issues.

Feb 5 • 09:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

US picks energy project as first area for Korea’s pledged $350 billion investment

The US has designated an energy project as the initial investment opportunity for South Korea's $350 billion commitment amid rising tariff threats.

Feb 5 • 09:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Exclusive: US Demands South Korea's 'No. 1 Investment in the US' Energy Project

The US government, increasing pressure for tariffs, has proposed an energy sector project as South Korea's 'No. 1 investment in America' amid ongoing tariff negotiations.

Feb 4 • 11:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

India-US Trade Deal: Tariff cut from 50% to 18%, know more...

A breakthrough in the India-US Trade Deal results in a reduction of US tariffs from 50% to 18% following discussions between PM Modi and Donald Trump, including details on Russian oil, energy trade, and a $500 billion deal.

Feb 3 • 07:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Trump forces a trade agreement with India after months of tariff pressure over Russian oil

Donald Trump has secured a trade agreement with India after months of using tariffs to pressure the country to reduce its trade surplus and sever energy ties with Russia.

Feb 3 • 06:12 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
World

Cuba runs out of LP gas: Jamaica 'refuses' to sell oil due to 'fear' of Trump's tariffs

Cuba is facing a new energy crisis after failing to procure liquefied petroleum gas, as a Cuban-operated tanker arrived empty from Jamaica due to concerns over U.S. tariffs.

Feb 2 • 18:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Now only 18% tariff on India, is this a trigger point? The stock market can sprint

The announcement by Donald Trump to reduce tariffs on India from 25% to 18% signals potential relief for India's export sector following discussions on trade and energy cooperation between the two nations.

Feb 2 • 17:42 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The orange electricity tariffs are coming – What changes and who benefits

Starting in early 2026, a new hourly dynamic pricing model known as 'orange tariffs' will be implemented, where electricity prices will fluctuate based on wholesale market prices and require smart meters.

Jan 15 • 14:12 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China, Canada poised to reset trade ties after Trump’s tariffs force rethink

China and Canada are looking to improve trade relationships as Prime Minister Carney visits Beijing to discuss key commodities and strengthen ties post-Trump tariffs.

Jan 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Families wasting £625 a year on energy from wrong tariffs to over-filling kettles

Research by Uswitch reveals that households are wasting an average of £625 annually due to poor energy habits, with nearly all admitting to at least one such habit.

Jan 8 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Electricity: When will orange tariffs be implemented – What changes do they bring?

Orange electricity tariffs will come into effect on February 1, 2026, for large customers and on April 1, 2026, for small customers, aiming to significantly boost Greek businesses with flexible production.

Jan 4 • 12:55 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

EYDAP: The RAEY approved the increase in water tariffs

The Regulatory Authority for Waste, Energy and Water (RAEY) approved increases in water tariffs in Attica after a long period of stagnation, allowing for adjustments in both household and business charges.

Dec 30 • 18:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

2026: Numbers for the Future

The article discusses the challenges facing the German economy in 2026, including high energy prices, skilled labor shortages, weak demand from China, consumer uncertainty, excessive bureaucracy, and the impact of tariffs created during Donald Trump's presidency.

Dec 30 • 17:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

1 in 4 smart meters cannot support orange tariffs

One in four smart meters is unable to support the new orange tariffs, impacting the cost and efficiency of energy pricing.

Dec 28 • 10:27 UTC

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