Energy grid held to ransom

Union-led workers at the Electricity Authority of Cyprus do not seem to have understood the free-market concept of competition. Instead, they are again manipulating the pre-election period to push through selfish demands

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EAC strike could cause blackouts

The power supply could be endangered by electricity authority staff deciding to pull the plug on six out-of-date steam turbines at the Dhekelia power station that pollutes the environment. In comments to

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Electricity bills deflate slightly

Cypriot consumers will see their electricity bills deflate slightly as a 2.2% reduction is expected on their December fees, as fuel prices drop internationally. In statements, the Electricity Authority’s (EAC) spokesperson Christina

Cyprus can supply natural gas to EU faster

President Nicos Anastasiades believes Cyprus could transport natural gas sooner to Europe if Brussels invested in constructing the necessary infrastructure. In an interview with Germany’s Die Welt newspaper, he argued the EU

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Government blasts EAC strike as anti-consumer

Cyprus Electricity Authority staff staging a 12 hour-strike Wednesday were accused of exploiting the pre-election period at the public’s expense. Trade unions are protesting the government’s “unwillingness to hire the necessary staff

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Energy back on Cyprus agenda

A few years back, energy discoveries and prospects were considered a ‘game changer’, not just elevating Cyprus’ role in regional issues but also helping resolve the island’s division. The lack of progress

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Cyprus energy push despite Turkish threats

Cyprus is determined to become a regional energy hub, exploiting resources, and ending its isolation, despite threats from Turkey, said President Nicos Anastasiades. Addressing the annual Cyprus Energy Symposium in Nicosia on

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US facing energy crunch

A new note from research consultancy Energy Aspects cautioned that US crude oil output from shale basins could peak in 2024. The note referenced five crude oil producers in the US considering

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