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European Energy Commissioner Urges Energy Saving Amidst Rising Energy Poverty
Dan Jørgensen, the European Commissioner for Energy, has urged European countries to save electricity and gas, noting that 50 million Europeans are already in a state of 'energy poverty'.
Background
Europe faces an ongoing energy crisis, exacerbated by geopolitical events and supply chain issues, leading to significantly higher electricity and gas prices. This situation has intensified concerns about energy poverty, where households struggle to afford essential energy services, impacting millions across the continent.
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European Energy Commissioner Urges Energy Saving Amidst Rising Energy Poverty
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There is criticism that the current energy crisis and poverty are a result of past policies, such as exporting strategic productions and focusing solely on a knowledge economy.
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