Energy and Climate
Hungary facing fuel crisis as Ukraine turns up heat on Russian oil supplies
Sky-high prices and electricity shortages could hit Hungarians within “weeks” after Kyiv imposed a partial ban on Russian oil passing through its territory.
Fossil fuel extraction compatible with climate action: COP29 host
Berlin inks lithium deal with Belgrade despite environmental concerns
‘Drill, baby, drill’: America’s fossil fuel boom risks bust in Europe
Von der Leyen threads the climate needle to keep her job
Von der Leyen is in! Let the fighting over the next European Commission begin.
Von der Leyen bets big on housing
It’s Christmas in July (for Commissioners)! Von der Leyen hands out policy gifts ahead of key vote.
Ursula von der Leyen presents herself as a beacon of stability to secure another five years at the head of the EU’s executive.
The MEPs who actually matter
Here are 11 EU lawmakers to keep your eye on in the new term.
Putin fears crypto mining could cause energy shortages in Russia
Russia has the world’s third-largest crypto mining capability. Cryptocurrencies are used to finance the war effort.
Germany’s transport minister faces pay-to-play allegations
A German car association allegedly offered industry and lobbyists time with Transport Minister Volker Wissing in return for payment, according to a report.
This burger could kill the EU
Farmers furious about lab-grown meat are taking their fight to the heart of the European project.
French government resigns, ushering in indefinite transition period
The Attal administration will now serve as a caretaker government until a new prime minister is appointed.
Hungary’s gatherings get cold shoulder after Putin visit
At least four countries sent lower-ranking officials in protest to a Tuesday meeting in Budapest, a day after the EU executive told its commissioners to stay home.
The crucial role of carbon capture in UK’s net-zero journey
As the UK races to meet ambitious climate targets, Equinor’s carbon capture solutions could revitalize industrial regions while dramatically reducing CO2 emissions.
EU’s biggest losers hold Ursula von der Leyen’s fate in their hands
Commission president could be forced to rely on Greens and liberals to secure a second term, weeks after they were rejected by voters in the European election.
The never-ending job of depriving Putin of the means to kill Ukrainians
Vietnam and Malaysia are the next destinations on EU envoy David O’Sullivan’s mission to stop Russia from beating EU sanctions.
Pragmatism over principle: Europe’s Greens adapt to survive
The group is ditching some of its ambitions as it prepares to back conservative Ursula von der Leyen atop the EU executive.
Commissioner Kyriakides rules out second EU term
The health commissioner will return to Cyprus at the end of her mandate.
EU parliament centrists circle wagons to keep far right out of top jobs
Liberals are incensed over a backdoor deal between the EPP and ECR.
France has no majority. But these policies might.
POLITICO looks at the policies with the best chance of making it through France’s new hung parliament.
Starmer’s ‘quiet’ climate radicalism sets up battle with Farage
The new Labour prime minister is gearing up for a fight with populists over net zero policy. He believes he can win.
Starmer government rejects calls to ditch deal with firm linked to Russian gas
The call by Ukrainian campaigners is an early test of the new Labour government’s promises to Kyiv.
EU, UK eye new era of green ties as Britain’s Labour takes power
Increased appetite for cooperation could save costs and boost climate action on both sides, experts say.
Far-right France risks paralyzing EU’s Green Deal
National Rally’s push against green policies would violate EU law — and hike French utility bills down the line.
Europe’s new greenwashing rules risk totally confusing people
By trying to please businesses and protect consumers at the same time, two new laws risk undermining each other.
Right-wing MEPs loathe the Green Deal — but have no plan of attack
The surging faction has yet to offer a concrete strategy. It’s not even clear everyone can put up with each other.
Nearly every EU country blows major climate plan deadline
The ongoing delays are imperiling the bloc’s 2030 climate goals — and, by extension, its 2050 net neutrality ambition.
Precious rare earth metals belong to the state, China declares
Beijing’s hold on the coveted resources has long been seen as a threat to Western clean power and tech supply chains.
The sleepy corner of England battling China
In an unlikely U.K. political battleground, politicians all want a piece of the lithium boom.
EU finalizes up to €1B in aid to Egypt as part of migration deal
Brussels has made similar deals with Tunisia, Mauritania and Turkey to curb irregular migration into the EU.