The latest local news from Södra Sverige, in English.
In large part, all new electricity generation over the next decade will come from wind and sun. This is likely to make electricity prices fluctuate more violently, according to a new study.
BusinessThe spring warmth finally came – but only briefly. The temperature is now dropping sharply again and in parts of the country, snow is even expected during the week. There is a widespread rain area with local snowfall, even in the inland parts of Götaland, says SMHI's meteorologist Gustav Åström.
SwedenAt the beginning of next week, it will be around 20 degrees in most of the country. In the south, the temperature can reach 25 degrees. It will be summer temperatures in most of the country, says Therese Fougman at SMHI.
SwedenEverything is possible, says the Energy Companies' electricity analyst Magnus Thorstensson on the question of whether it is possible to make Sweden into a single electricity area. The winners would probably be customers in the south and producers in the north. The losers would be households in Norrland.
BusinessThere is a risk of water shortage in large parts of Sweden this summer. For households with their own well, the situation may become extra critical. If the water runs out, you will have to deal with it yourself, says Kristian Wennberg, head of the water unit at the County Administrative Board of Skåne.
SwedenThere is a risk of water shortage in large parts of Sweden this summer, announces the Geological Survey of Sweden (SGU). The starting point is not good, says Carl-Erik Hjerne, hydrogeologist at SGU, at a press conference.
SwedenSweden is literally bathing in electricity. The water reservoir levels are uniquely high, before the spring flood has even started. "Fantastic" in a way. But it risks the profitability of the entire industry when prices are pressed, according to the industry organization's analyst.
BusinessIn large parts of Sweden, the groundwater levels are far below normal for the time of year – and lower levels are expected. The starting point for the summer is not good, says Carl-Erik Hjerne, hydrogeologist at SGU.
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