Europe’s gas deficit has concentrated minds on the Yamal-Europe gas pipeline which runs from Russia to Germany via Belarus and Poland, built in the 1990s. Andrei Belyi at the University of Eastern Finland explains how the rules for booking capacity worked well during times when gas was in plentiful supply, but now works against Europe’s gas security since the shortages emerged in September. The rules are designed to maximise competition between … [Read more...]
Ukraine’s integration into the EU gas market is a positive lesson for the region
Ukraine is shaping its gas infrastructure and regulations to integrate into the EU market. On the infrastructure front, its interconnectors with neighbours, extensive pipeline network and storage facilities are making it an increasingly important European player, explains Aura Sabadus writing for the Atlantic Council. The gradual opening up to EU free market rules are evidenced by its gas prices following those of the EU. Ukraine's attractive … [Read more...]
Energy Post Premium Quiz 2019: and the winners are…
From Finland to Brazil and all the way back to Brussels, thanks to everyone who entered and congratulations to those of you who managed to answer all ten questions correctly. From all the correct entries submitted on time, we pulled ten out of the hat. The ten winners each get a 12-month subscription to Energy Post Premium worth €315 absolutely free. See below for a recap of the quiz, this time with the answers! … [Read more...]
