... This comprehensive approach optimizes the use of infrastructure (power lines, substations) and reduces the overall cost of clean energy production. Aiming for Carbon Neutrality China is the largest producer and consumer of energy in the world, and the transition to low-carbon technologies is critically important for the country. China has officially set a goal to peak greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and achieve complete carbon neutrality by 2060. To meet these targets, the country is making substantial ...

... stability for gas in Europe: current exchange prices remain significantly below peak levels of 2022-2023. The energy geography of gas supplies to Europe has changed significantly over the past year. Key shifts in routes and sources include: Stopped transit through Ukraine: Since January 2025, supplies of Russian pipeline gas through the Ukrainian GTS have been completely halted following the expiration of the contract between Gazprom and Naftogaz. South Corridor as the main route: The only operational ...

... demand despite relatively limited pipeline supplies from Russia. Experts note that European companies will have to inject significantly more gas into storage than last year, considering increased consumption last winter and the complete cessation of transit through Ukraine since the beginning of the year. The Gas Exporting Countries Forum and analysts warn that competition for liquefied natural gas (LNG) on the global market may intensify, and summer exchange prices in Europe could exceed winter ...

... natural gas market continues to rapidly build up reserves ahead of the heating season. According to Gas Infrastructure Europe, underground gas storage facilities in EU countries are currently filled to approximately 69-70%—an unprecedented level for the transition from July to August in recent years. In absolute terms, reserve volumes are estimated at over 75 billion cubic meters. The refilling rates are also record-high: in June, European companies injected around 12.4 billion cubic meters of natural ...

... provided fossil fuel sectors with a further impetus for development. Experts emphasize that while the development of renewable energies (wind, solar, etc.) continues to accelerate, a complete immediate shift away from traditional fuels is not feasible. ... ... from coal will begin to gradually decline post-2025. However, the current situation demonstrates the complexity of navigating a transition period in energy systems worldwide without leveraging older resources. For investors, this signals that the oil and ...