The announcement by the European Commission of a new “Innovation Union” for Europe is hugely significant. It is also very timely, for as this magazine went to press nothing could be clearer than the fact that, for the energy sector, Europe needs a shove in the direction of greater energy security.
As winter looms, do we face another cold season of worry and energy shortages? Will major gas suppliers fall into dispute again about supply and availability? Many MEPs in the European Parliament have said that this situation is unacceptable. And while individual member states have been busy boosting their reserve and alternative supply capabilities, the Commission’s lead in pushing for greater innovation is particularly welcome.
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