... sources (RES) in the EU electricity generation structure increased from 51% in 2010 to 71% in 2024. This share is expected to continue growing regardless of the availability of fossil fuels, he noted. All these tariff wars and agreements with certain countries could have counterproductive effects for the U.S., asserts Ekaterina Kosareva, managing partner of “VMT Consult”. “The instability in decision-making and, essentially, economic leverage should influence European countries as well. I foresee ...

... numerous questions and concerns from both the medical community and law enforcement agencies. In this article, we will thoroughly examine the consequences, issues, and prospects of cannabis legalization in Germany, comparing its experience with other countries, including those in the CIS. We will discuss what changes will occur in legislation, how it will impact the black market, and how cannabis clubs could revolutionize the drug market in the country. Find out what experts think and what the future ...

... Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are actively entering the global arena: BYD, a leader in Chinese electric vehicle manufacturing, sells over 1 million electric cars per quarter, surpassing Tesla's figures. BYD is already exporting its products to 95 countries, demonstrating the global ambitions of Chinese manufacturers. The opening of BYD's production facility in Uzbekistan showcases a strategy of localization in key regions. Other Chinese brands, such as NIO, Xpeng, and Li Auto, are also actively ...

... changes in OPEC+ policy. Gas Market: Record Storage Levels Reduce Price Risks The European natural gas market continues to build inventories ahead of the winter season. According to Gas Infrastructure Europe, underground gas storage facilities in EU countries are nearly 66% full—an unprecedented high for the end of July in recent years. In absolute terms, reserves exceed 72 billion cubic meters (significantly more than a year ago on the same date). The pace of fuel injection is also at record levels: ...

... investment volume, reflecting the strengthening of continental startup ecosystems. In Asia, the situation is uneven: startup funding in China remains weak (with a regional decline of ~33% year-on-year), while India, Israel, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf countries are witnessing growth and attracting increasing capital. Even local markets (such as CIS countries) are trying to catch their wave of growth despite external constraints. Overall, a new global venture boom is emerging, although investors are ...