... causes of potential disruptions, the EU’s response to diversify supplies and create reserves, as well as the prospects and risks for the upcoming winter season. Read on to find out how Europe is coping with this year’s energy challenges! Risks of Gas Supply Disruptions for Europe This Winter: Causes and Measures for Ensuring Energy Security Energy security has always been a priority for European Union countries, especially in the lead-up to the winter months. However, given the complexities in global energy ...

With winter approaching, Europe faces potential gas supply disruptions due to reduced Russian imports and global energy market instability. This article explores the main causes of these risks, including limited LNG availability and geopolitical challenges. We also look at the EU's response—expanding LNG imports,...

Moldova and Transnistria have declared a state of emergency in light of the threat of Russian gas supply disruptions via Ukraine. In the worst-case scenario, they face an energy blackout and a humanitarian disaster. What can Russia do to help its neighbors? Commentary for the newspaper Vzglyad. Moldova has found itself in a difficult situation on the gas ...

... challenges. Why is Europe once again facing high gas prices and a potential surge in inflation? Geopolitical and Supply Risks The price jump partly stemmed from risks associated with Ukraine’s military actions in the Kursk region, through which a key gas pipeline to Ukraine runs. “Prices spiked from $360 to $480 in a single day due to fears of transit disruptions near Sudzha caused by the conflict,” notes Yushkov. Storms and LNG Disruptions This week, prices have risen due to potential cuts in LNG supplies from the U.S., where Hurricane Raphael forced evacuations from oil and gas platforms. Additionally,...

... dampen fuel demand. Gas Storage Filling. Europe’s progress towards achieving the 90% filling goal for gas storage facilities before the heating season, alongside securing alternative gas supplies (e.g., through LNG), will define the situation in the gas market this fall and winter. Adequate reserves can mitigate prices, whereas delays in schedules or supply disruptions may return volatility. Actions by OPEC+ and Production Levels. The fulfillment of OPEC+ countries' planned oil production increases, as well as potential decisions in upcoming meetings of the alliance, will influence market balance and price ...