Helsingborg waste plant to capture carbon dioxide in SEK 2.4 billion CCS project
The Filbornaverket in Helsingborg will capture carbon dioxide. Construction of the waste incineration plant will begin this year and cost SEK 2.4 billion.
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Risk of higher ticket prices and cancelled flights as Europe faces jet fuel shortage
More expensive airline tickets and canceled flights could mark the European aviation market this fall. Jet fuel stocks in Western Europe are at their lowest in seven years, and industry consultants are warning of large deficits for the rest of the year.
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EU proposes easing emissions trading rules under pressure
The European Commission is proposing easing the rules for the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), one of the EU's most important climate policy tools. Industry will be allowed to emit more for longer. The Commission is backing down, believes Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (L).
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Swedish Energy Agency halts Ghana climate project after no emissions cuts confirmed
The Swedish Energy Agency is stopping a climate project in Ghana that would reduce Sweden's climate emissions, after it emerged that no emission reductions could be confirmed, reports SVT Nyheter.
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Government issues early warning of aviation fuel shortage in Europe
The government has issued an "early warning" for aviation fuel shortages in Europe. The Minister of Energy recommends keeping an eye on conditions before you fly out of Sweden. Do not book trips that require you to arrive home at a very specific time, says Ebba Busch (KD).
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Crisis plan: Reduced speed limits and a stop to Sunday skiing
According to the government, it is not relevant now but not ruled out either. Long before fuel rationing is possible, however, voluntary measures are the closest option. Measures could include reduced speed limits or regulations on driving in densely populated areas, says Ella Kilim at the Swedish Energy Agency.
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Risk of fuel rationing in Sweden - cheese grater principle
The situation on the oil market remains tense because of the war involving Iran. This increases the risk that Sweden may have to ration fuel. "If this situation persists into June–July, then I think we will probably be there," says commodity analyst Christian Kopfer.
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Too few electric cars - charging stations go unused
In just a few years, tens of thousands of charging stations have been set up in municipalities across the country. But there are too few electric cars, and in many places the chargers are used far too infrequently, warns the Swedish Energy Agency, which sees a risk that charging stations may be forced to close.
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Too few electric cars - charging stations underused
In just a few years, tens of thousands of charging stations have been set up in every municipality in the country. But there are too few electric cars, and in many places the charging stations are used far too infrequently, warns the Swedish Energy Agency, which sees a risk that charging stations may be forced to close.
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EU ministers at emergency meeting urged to save diesel and jet fuel
Asia's energy crisis in the wake of the war in Iran is spreading to Europe. On Tuesday afternoon, EU energy ministers held an emergency meeting. Energy Commissioner Dan Jørgensen urged member states to cut diesel and jet fuel consumption.
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Piteå receives the most wind power support
The Swedish Energy Agency has now decided how much support will be paid to municipalities for wind power. The most money will go to Piteå.
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Sweden contributes to alleviating oil market disruption
Sweden is helping to alleviate disruptions in the oil market resulting from the Iran war.
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Increased vigilance in Sweden's energy sector, no active threats
The Swedish Defence Radio Agency (FRA) is calling for increased vigilance in the energy sector following the cyberattacks on Poland in December. However, there is no ongoing threat to Sweden.
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Climate projects are paused - lack government support
A carbon capture and storage project is being put on hold, Svenska Dagbladet reports.
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Not just expensive - electricity consumption skyrockets in the cold
Electricity is not only more expensive than usual - consumption is skyrocketing during the cold spell, recent statistics show.
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The Turnaround: Small Risk of Electricity Shortages This Winter
The alarms about the risk of acute electricity shortages this winter came after Svenska Kraftnät was forced to cancel the procurement of a power reserve. But those who are worried can breathe a sigh of relief. We have entered the winter with good conditions, says Maria Westrin at the Swedish Energy Agency.
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130 million in government support for solar cells
Disposable batteries are to be replaced with more sustainable solar cells. The Swedish Energy Agency is therefore granting 130 million SEK in support to the technology company Exeger.
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Stegra receives an additional 390 million in support
The Swedish Energy Agency has granted 390 million in support to the steel company Stegra, according to a press release. - The condition is that Stegra can show during the spring that they have secured enough capital to complete the project, says Klara Helstad at the Swedish Energy Agency.
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Companies at climate summit questioned
Around 25 Swedish companies are accompanying the Swedish delegation to Belém, Brazil, where the world's countries are to agree on how to reduce emissions. At the same time, the non-profit Transparency International warns that the increasing focus on the private sector has made the climate meetings more like industry fairs.
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Risk of missing climate goals with unclear interventions
The government lacks a method for following up on the results of a large part of Sweden's international climate initiatives. Therefore, it is not possible to assess whether the initiatives contribute sufficiently to achieving the climate goals, the Swedish National Audit Office states. It is obvious that we need to work on this, says Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (L)
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Dead interest in building new wind power
Interest in investing in new wind power is almost dead, new figures show. Even the existing turbines are struggling with profitability. It is not commercially viable right now, says Anton Johansson, analysis manager at Green Power Sweden.
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Criticism of Climate Efforts: Data Quality Concerns Raised
The effects of the government's and the authorities' climate work may have been overestimated. The underlying data for the decisions simply do not meet the requirements, according to the National Audit Office. They need to be improved, comments Climate and Environment Minister Romina Pourmokhtari (The Liberals).
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Caroline Asserup Named New Director-General of Energy Agency
Caroline Asserup will become the new Director-General of the Energy Agency, announces Minister for Energy and Business Ebba Busch (KD) at a press conference.
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Sweden Boosts Baltic Sea Cable Protection with Faster Response Plan
Suspected cable breaks must be detected and reported faster than today, the government believes. A suspected vessel should not be able to sail away, says Carl-Oskar Bohlin (The Moderate Party), Minister for Civil Defence.
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