"Historic Lows": European Commission Urges EU to Cut Gas and Electricity Consumption...
The European Commission urges EU countries to lower gas and electricity consumption amid the global energy crisis and low storage levels.
English · Original discussion in Spanish · Published
The European Commission has asked EU member states to reduce their demand for gas and electricity to help contain prices amid the ongoing energy crisis. The measure aims to alleviate limited global supply and high price volatility.
## Energy Crisis and Calls to Action
The **European Commission** has urged member countries to take measures to decrease gas and electricity demand. This request arises in a context of limited global supply and pronounced energy price volatility, thus seeking an effective tool to contain costs. The directive is outlined in a letter dated **September 25**, sent by the EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, **Dan Jorgensen**, to European ministers. They are encouraged to implement energy consumption reductions "for as long as necessary".
## Historic Lows in Storage
Gas storage levels in **Europe** are in a worrying situation. Currently, filling capacity stands at **68%**, a figure that contrasts with the **71%** recorded in the same period last year. These "historic lows" underscore the urgency of the situation and the need to implement energy-saving strategies to guarantee supply and stabilize market prices.
## Energy Crisis and Calls to Action
The **European Commission** has urged member countries to take measures to decrease gas and electricity demand. This request arises in a context of limited global supply and pronounced energy price volatility, thus seeking an effective tool to contain costs. The directive is outlined in a letter dated **September 25**, sent by the EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, **Dan Jorgensen**, to European ministers. They are encouraged to implement energy consumption reductions "for as long as necessary".
## Historic Lows in Storage
Gas storage levels in **Europe** are in a worrying situation. Currently, filling capacity stands at **68%**, a figure that contrasts with the **71%** recorded in the same period last year. These "historic lows" underscore the urgency of the situation and the need to implement energy-saving strategies to guarantee supply and stabilize market prices.
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