EconomyHouseholds pay the price when three of six nuclear reactors stand idle.
Topic: The energy crisis in Europe
Sweden discovers strategic metals crucial for future technologies
SwedenThe deposit is estimated to be the largest of its kind within the EU - containing over 2.2 million tons of rare earth metals.
Power shortages threaten southern Sweden this winter
SwedenSvenska kraftnät warns of electricity shortages equivalent to seven nuclear power plants this winter – and imports from neighboring countries cannot solve the problem.
EU’s new regulations threaten the future of wood-burning stoves
Europe“The proposal now on the table is a direct threat to Swedish interests”, says Beatrice Timgren (SD).
Reports: US in secret talks to restart Nord Stream 2
WorldAccording to the report, the deal will bring economic benefits to the US if gas flows resume.
Price explosion in the Baltics after disconnection from the Russian grid
EconomyElectricity prices have risen significantly since joining the European system.
Cartoon of the week
Economics writer on the European electricity market: “A failed joke”
EconomySwedish economics writer Andreas Cervenka notes the soaring prices and calls the electricity market “a failed joke”.
Swedish homeowners protest against the “energy fiasco”
Sweden“Should my daughter have to sleep in overalls so that I can afford both food and electricity?” asks Mikael from Enköping.
Matrix 8 Pro with GrapheneOS delivers top-class security, privacy and performance
TechWorld-class hardware – acclaimed for its display, camera, and performance – meets the world’s most secure mobile OS. The best of both worlds.
District heating prices soar in Sweden
EconomyWhile the national average price increase is 15.2%, prices have risen by more than 30% in many municipalities.
Analysts optimistic about winter electricity rates
EconomyHowever, if there is no wind or it is very cold, there is a risk that Swedish electricity prices will "skyrocket".
One in ten EU citizens can’t afford to heat their homes
EconomyOver 3 percent in Sweden can't afford to keep their homes warm, according to statistics from Eurostat.
Majority of Swedes worried about electricity prices this winter
EconomyThe risk of high electricity prices in the coming winter is "fairly high", according to Björn Visell of Nordic Green Energy.
Gas shortage looms in Germany ahead of winter
WorldThe country's energy problems are expected to continue for years to come.
Sweden: Wintertime blackouts not far away
EconomySwedish electricity production is deemed insufficient, according to a new report.
Sweden’s state-owned energy company Vattenfall continues mini-reactor feasibility study
SwedenThe idea is that the first reactor will be ready as early as 2030.
Bob Moran’s cartoons
Support TNT with a donation
Science
Groundbreaking double hand transplant performed in Sweden
Powerful new antibiotic discovered by accident
Environment
Swedish Chemicals Agency tightens protection against PFAS
Houseplants that thrive in Nordic winter darkness
Letters
