Study: EU gas demand set to drop seven per cent by 2030

James Murray
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Latest Ember report highlights the stranded asset risks associated with continuing investment in new gas projects and infrastructure

Gas demand across the EU is set to fall by seven per cent by 2030, according to a new analysis of member states' clean energy plans, which warns new gas power plans and infrastructure could be at risk...

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