Europe cracks down on energy storage

Why is the EU emptying its gas storage facilities?

The EU is emptying its gas storage facilities at the fastest pace since the energy crisis three years ago as colder weather raises demand and the continent grapples with a decline in seaborne imports.

What happened to Europe's energy sector?

Like last winter, Europe moved out of its second winter since Russia's invasion of Ukraine without energy shortages, blackouts, cold homes or supply cuts. Quite the opposite, Europe ended winter with a remarkable milestone for its energy sector: EU gas storages were almost 60% full, a record amount.

What was the state of EU gas storages at the end of winter?

Quite the opposite, Europe ended winter with a remarkable milestone for its energy sector: EU gas storages were almost 60% full, a record amount.

Is energy storage a good investment in Europe?

Compared to classic renewables, energy storage has really only become an investable asset in Europe over the last few years on the back of technology advances, market price signals, and government support mechanisms.

Is Europe loosing the grip of Russia over its energy sector?

Europe has finally loosened the grip that Russia had over its energy sector. This is evident in the remarkable milestone achieved at the end of winter, with EU gas storages being almost 60% full, a record amount.

How much gas has dropped in the EU's storage sites?

The volume of gas in the EU’s storage sites has dropped about 19% from the end of September to mid-December, according to Gas Infrastructure Europe © REUTERS Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. By signing up for this email, you're registering for a free account with the FT.