Emilia Samuelsson

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Offshore wind’s role in the race to net zero

Technological advancements and policy reforms are paving the way for offshore wind, but are these efforts sufficient to replace fossil fuels at the pace required?
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European Parliament approves watered-down Euro 7 rules

The European Parliament approved a deal on the revised Euro 7 emissions rules for cars, trucks, and buses in March. However, the decision remains controversial, with stakeholders divided on whether it goes too far or not far enough in combating emissions.
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EU needs to align power grids with climate goals

Scenario calls for a 131% increase in European power grid transmission capacity by 2035 to accomodate full phase-out of coal and fossil gas.
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Plan to fast-track renewable energy deployment in the EU

To boost renewable energy adoption, the European Commission has introduced new guidelines for Renewables Acceleration Areas (RAAs). However, a recent report shows many countries are unprepared for RAA designation and sensitivity mapping.
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Crowdfunding and energy communities take centre stage

Poorer areas of the EU are exploring funding approaches such as crowdfunding and citizen-driven energy communities for the green transition.
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Action to triple renewable power and double energy efficiency

A rapid, sustained and concerted action is needed limit temperature rise to less than 1.5°C. A new report by IRENA, GRA, and the COP28 Presidency analyses renewable energy targets, highlights current gaps and identifies key enablers. Launched during Pre-COP, the report sets the stage for global climate summit negotiations.
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The importance of Electricity Market Design trilogues and recommendations

Lawmakers in the European Parliament agreed on their negotiating positionon 14 September to reform the EU’s electricity market to avoid a repetition of the soaring prices witnessed in 2021 and 2022.
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New Approaches to Offshore Wind Conflict Management

Effective ways to address conflicts are needed as the targets for the Baltic Sea offshore wind development are 22.5 GW by 2030, 34.6 GW by 2040, and 46.8 GW by 2050. At the moment, the Baltic Sea has 2.2 GW.
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Unlocking Europe’s building revolution

Buildings account for as much as 40 per cent of the EU’s overall energy consumption, with 75 per cent of these structures classified as inefficient.
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