In brief | 3 June '25

Labor costs are main driver of decline in German price competitiveness, even more so than rising energy costs.

PIK: Scientists say next few years vital to securing the future of the West Antarctic Ice Sheet

Collapse could be triggered with very little ocean warming above present-day, leading to a devastating four metres of global sea level rise over hundreds of years.

Uniper: Energy company and Microsoft form strategic partnership to accelerate industry transformation through AI

Aim is to make Uniper a global leader in the application of AI in the energy industry.

BASF: Chemicals producer starts commercial operation of Black Mass plant for battery recycling

With a processing capacity of up to 15,000 tons, plant could process roughly 40,000 EV batteries per year.

Bloomberg: Dutch government collapses after far-right party drops out

Coalition failed to reach agreement on far-right leader Wilders's migration proposals.

Reuters: Polish nationalist Nawrocki wins presidency in setback for pro-EU government

Prime minister Tusk said he will call for a parliamentary vote of confidence.

PV Magazine: EU plans 2025 energy storage package

Commission announced plan alongside review of National Energy and Climate Plans; says it will streamline EU legislation and cut project approval times.

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In brief | 3 June '25

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