At a stakeholder consultation held on 20 October 2026, the European Commission presented plans for the Investment Booster, the first phase of its proposed €100 billion Industrial Decarbonisation Bank, aimed at accelerating investment in low-carbon technologies and strengthening European industrial competitiveness. The Investment Booster, envisaged for 2027–2030, would mobilise approximately €30 billion through EU Emissions … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, October 25-26, 2026
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Beyond 1.5°C: why climate action matters more than ever
In an article on the Deutsche Welle website, Josh Axelrod discusses how the world is set to breach the critical 1.5-degree temperature limit, with Donald Trump's US withdrawal from climate action worsening the outlook, according to a UN report. But there is a small silver lining. Rising emissions and temperatures: The cost of Trump's … Continue reading Beyond 1.5°C: why climate action matters more than ever
New EC publication on impact of EU-funded technologies
From heat pumps to electric furnaces and smarter energy use, a new European Commission publication by the Directorate-General for Energy showcases how EU-funded technologies accelerate the electrification and energy efficiency of the European industry. EU-funded technologies pave the way towards a cleaner and more competitive European industry Industry accounts for around a quarter of … Continue reading New EC publication on impact of EU-funded technologies
Energy in Demand News, October 18-19, 2026
The International Institute for Sustainable Development’s Earth Negotiations Bulletin gives us bad news about the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). After a week of contentious deliberations and some displays of temper, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) suspended its 65th session Friday evening without an agreement on either a timeline for the remainder … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, October 18-19, 2026
The missing pieces of the energy transition: efficiency, grids and flexibility
Freya Hodge writes on the Renews website about IRENA’s call for a major acceleration in renewable electrification and energy system reforms. Their new outlook calls for major grid upgrades and $10.3 trillion annual investment. IRENA urges faster renewable electrification The International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) has called for a major acceleration in renewable electrification … Continue reading The missing pieces of the energy transition: efficiency, grids and flexibility
As Türkiye prepares to host COP31, the IEA highlights progress and contradictions in its energy transition
As Türkiye prepares to host the UN climate conference COP31, a new energy policy review by the International Energy Agency (IEA) provides a timely assessment of the country's progress towards a more secure, affordable and sustainable energy future. The report recognises important advances in energy efficiency, renewable energy and climate governance, but also identifies significant … Continue reading As Türkiye prepares to host COP31, the IEA highlights progress and contradictions in its energy transition
Energy in Demand News, October 11-12, 2026
The EU and ministers from more than 30 countries are opposing efforts by Saudi Arabia, China, India and other fossil fuel-dependent nations to delay publication of key scientific reports by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the Financial Times reports. The proposed postponement until 2029 would mean that crucial scientific evidence would not be … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, October 11-12, 2026
Emerging economies are leapfrogging the fossil fuel age
Kira Schacht writes on the Deutsche Welle website about emerging economies leapfrogging technologies. Emerging economies may be able to achieve economic development without following the fossil-fuel-intensive path taken by Europe and North America. Increasingly affordable solar power, batteries and electric technologies are allowing countries to leapfrog older energy systems. The solar boom is rapidly … Continue reading Emerging economies are leapfrogging the fossil fuel age
Energy in Demand News, October 4-5, 2026
The Group of Seven (G7) countries agreed on Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude oil from emergency reserves and pledged to refrain from energy export restrictions after pressure from US President Donald Trump, Reuters reports. As a result, Trump has said that he would now not impose a diesel export ban. … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, October 4-5, 2026
Solar is becoming Europe’s energy security shield
In an article on the Euronews website, Liam Gilliver discusses the important role renewable energy is playing in Europe. Renewables are no longer only a climate policy: they are becoming a form of insurance against fossil-fuel price shocks and geopolitical disruption. 'A powerful buffer': How solar saved the EU €37.4 billion since the war … Continue reading Solar is becoming Europe’s energy security shield
