AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMiddle East Shock to Europe’s Energy Bills: Iran has completely shut the Strait of Hormuz, threatening about one in five barrels of global oil trade and major LNG flows, with prices likely to jump fast and ripple into transport, food and power costs. Russia Under Pressure: Reuters calculations say Russia’s western crude exports are set to fall to ~1.7m bpd in June from ~2.5m in May as Ukrainian drone strikes hit oil infrastructure and domestic shortages bite. EU Carbon Market Guardrails: EU negotiators agreed stronger controls for ETS2: if permit prices exceed €45/tCO2, 40m permits will be released from a stability reserve (triggerable twice yearly), and the reserve extends past 2030. Grid & Household Relief in Focus: Bulgaria approved an electricity compensation scheme for energy-intensive firms (3x50 rule), while the EU also backed stronger price controls in the carbon market aimed at limiting bill pressure. Nuclear Waste Protest Sparks: Sellafield confirmed flasks carrying reprocessed radioactive waste are being returned to Germany, drawing concern from campaigners. Tech-Sovereignty Meets Energy: Cyber worries are set to reshape EU wind and solar procurement, as security requirements move into buying decisions. EU Energy Transition Funding: Hungary says EU grants worth €500bn forints will open in June for grid upgrades and smart meters, targeting cleaner capacity and better supply security.
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