Energy costs are expected to rise even faster than overall inflation, but a key assistance program will lack the extra funds it got for Covid relief.
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As Russia Chokes Europe’s Gas, France Enters Era of Energy ‘Sobriety’
The government is helping residents with soaring gas and electric costs, but some businesses are already shutting down amid fears of rationing and blackouts.
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Spain Limits Air-Conditioning to Save Energy
The country this week became the latest to announce restrictions, in part to promote energy efficiency but also to reduce consumption of Russian gas.
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As Russia Threatens Europe’s Energy, Ukraine Braces for a Hard Winter
“Our goal is survival,” says the mayor of Lviv, as residents stockpile timber and ironworkers churn out wood-burning stoves.
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Europe’s Race to Secure New Energy Sources Is on a Knife’s Edge
A long-term switch to more renewable sources has been overtaken by a short-term scramble to stave off a crisis.