... solar energy in America have overtaken coal in significance for the first time and are gradually closing the gap with nuclear energy. For Europe, increasing the share of RES has also become a strategic priority, especially following the recent energy crisis. Back in 2023, some EU countries had to boost electricity generation from coal due to gas shortages, leading to spikes in CO 2 emissions and record electricity prices. However, by 2025, the situation has stabilized: gas storage is full, new wind and solar power plants have been put into operation, and the share of coal in the EU's energy balance is once again decreasing. Despite the rising temperature records (for instance, extreme heat ...

... Thus, green energy in the U.S. has for the first time surpassed coal and is gradually catching up with nuclear generation in significance. For Europe , the growth of the share of RES has also become a strategic trend, especially following the energy crisis. In 2023, when some EU countries temporarily increased coal generation due to gas shortages, CO 2 emissions and electricity prices surged. However, by 2025, the situation has stabilized: gas storage is full, new wind and solar generation capacities have been introduced, and the share of coal in the EU's energy balance is once again decreasing. Despite new temperature records (for instance, heat in the second ...

...,000 rubles/ton , breaking records and placing increased burdens on independent gas stations and consumers. The causes of the crisis are a combination of high seasonal demand and limited supply. Demand for fuel surged from the agricultural sector (harvesting ... ... summer, while supply decreased due to scheduled maintenance work at several oil refineries ( refineries ) in June and July. The situation was further exacerbated by the behavior of certain large producers: as established by the Federal Antimonopoly Service ...

... gas volumes being redirected to other regions and provide greater protection for European consumers. Establishment of Strategic Reserves Europe could bolster the establishment of strategic LNG reserves to reduce vulnerability to suppliers and avoid crisis situations. This would also stabilize prices during periods of high demand, such as the winter season. Accelerated Development of Alternative Energy Sources Confronted with instability in the gas market, European countries may increase investments in ...

... rates. Domestic Market The domestic market is considered one of the least developed yet significantly undervalued. Despite the crisis and challenging economic conditions, several sectors continue to show stable growth. In this case, one should consider ... ... processing industries continue to grow steadily. The same can be said for the financial sector. However, caution is paramount. The situation in the domestic market is quite precarious, and new sanctions could dramatically alter it. Thus, long-term investments ...