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Bavaria's Last Coal Plant Shuts Down, Sparking Energy Debate

Bavaria's last coal-fired power plant, Zolling, ceased regular operation on February 24th, 2023, eliminating 500 megawatts of capacity and approximately 500,000 tons of annual coal consumption; the plant remains in reserve until 2031, sparking debate on energy security versus climate goals.

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Europe's Gas Imports Plummet Despite Billions in New Terminal Investments

European seaborne gas imports fell by 19% in 2022 to their lowest since 2021, while the UK's plunged by 47%, despite billions in new import terminal investments; this is due to reduced gas consumption and renewable energy growth, but raises concerns of overcapacity.

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Carbon Tax Elimination: Alternative Strategies for Canada's Climate Goals

Jatin Nathwani, a University of Waterloo professor, argues that Canada can achieve its climate goals without a carbon tax by focusing on electrification, clean energy investments, and government incentives for electric vehicles and heat pumps. This transition is expected to reduce the oil and gas se...

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German Town Becomes Testing Ground for Next-Generation Geothermal Energy

Eavor, a Canadian geothermal company, is launching its first commercial power plant in Geretsried, Germany, using a new deep-drilling technology to extract heat from dry rock, providing clean energy to the town of 26,000 and potentially serving as a model for global adoption of geothermal energy.

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Record $2 Trillion Invested in Energy Transition in 2024

In 2024, global energy transition investments hit a record $2 trillion, with renewables, electric transport, and battery storage leading (93% of investments); however, emerging technologies saw a 23% investment decrease compared to 2023.

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Climate Change Falls to Bottom of German Voter Priorities

In the recent German elections, climate change fell to the bottom of voter priorities (22%), overshadowed by security (45%) and economic concerns (44%), despite its presence in party platforms, which show differing approaches from ambitious targets to outright denial.

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France: 15% Electricity Bill Drop Offset by Tax Hikes, Hindering Energy Transition

Over 20 million French households experienced a 15% average electricity bill decrease since February 1st, 2025, offset by a 7.7% Turpe increase and a 57% CSPE increase, leaving many frustrated with high electricity costs and a lack of transparency.

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Spain Rejects Nuclear Power Plant Phase-Out

The Spanish Congress rejected a planned phase-out of nuclear power plants, defying a 2019 agreement, raising concerns about radioactive waste management and economic viability, while some groups stressed a just transition for affected regions.

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EU official pushes for nuclear energy in Clean Industrial Deal

Stéphane Séjourné, European Commission vice-president, is lobbying for EU support of nuclear energy within the Clean Industrial Deal, citing economic benefits and a changing political landscape in Europe, despite past project delays and cost overruns.

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Global Coal Use Rises Despite Renewable Energy Investments

China's coal plant construction hit a 10-year high in 2024, adding 66.7 GW of capacity, while India's coal use rose by 5.1%, despite increased renewable energy installations; the US plans to halt coal plant closures, signaling a potential global shift away from rapid renewable energy transitions.

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German Election Shifts Priorities From Climate Change to Security and Economy

Millions of Germans will vote in snap elections on February 23rd, prioritizing migration and security over climate change, a shift from 2021, despite 2024 being the hottest year on record; policies on heating and vehicle bans are highly contested.

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Climate Crisis Ignored in German Election

Germany's recent election saw the climate crisis sidelined despite record heatwaves and widespread public concern, with political strategists prioritizing issues like immigration and the economy due to their perceived greater short-term electoral appeal.

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