Fossil Gas

All Coal Fossil gas Renewables

Europe must undergo a profound transformation of its power sector over the next decade, shifting away from all fossil fuels (coal by 2030, fossil gas by 2035) and fully embracing renewable energy sources to avert climate catastrophe. For a fossil-free, renewable-based power sector to be possible by 2035, all the power plants shown in this tool must stop burning fossil gas by 2035.

Jan 2025, Germany

Germany extends gas plant subsidies, undermining climate goals

Germany has extended a support scheme for certain gas plants by four years, pushing the deadline to 2030. The subsidies will last for 12 years, allowing the final applicants in 2030 to operate their plants beyond 2035—past the country’s target for fossil-free power.

Jan 2025, Spain

Greenpeace protests against Spanish gas plants like Totisa Holdings

Greenpeace docked their Arctic Sunrise icebreaker off the Canary islands to protest the development of more gas plants. Despite the island’s potential for renewable energy, it remains highly dependent on fossil fuels, risking the health and protection of both people and the environment.

Dec 2024, Albania

Albanian government “secretly” approves Roskovec gas power plant despite protests

The Albanian government has approved the construction of a 170 MW fossil gas plant in Roskovec, despite ongoing protests from residents and local farmers who have raised concerns about its environmental, health, and agricultural impacts.

Dec 2024, Ireland

Protest against new 600 MW gas plant in North Kerry, Ireland

Friends of the Earth Ireland is urging the Irish government to halt the proposed North Kerry gas plant, citing the energy company's financial troubles and lawsuits over misleading investors. In addition to the risk of becoming a stranded asset, the project would have serious consequences…

Nov 2024, UK

Fossil gas to make up less than 5% of the UK’s power consumption in 2030

The UK has set one of the most ambitious gas targets in Europe, aiming to reduce gas generation from 35% today to below 5% by 2030.

Oct 2024, Poland

Poland’s largest gas plant begins operations

The former coal plant, Dolna Odra, has begun operations as a gas plant (1434 MW).

Oct 2024, Italy

Generali to stop insuring risks linked to new gas plants

Italy’s largest insurer, Generali, is the first in the world to adopt a policy covering the entire oil and gas value chain for companies labeled as "transition laggards."

Oct 2024, UK

UK at risk of another energy crisis due to heavy reliance on gas

The Energy Crisis Commission found that British households and businesses were hit harder by the energy crisis than many other European countries because of high dependence on gas for heating and power generation.The Commission recommends developing a clear strategy to shift away from gas.

Oct 2024, Peterhead, UK

13,000+ people urge Scottish government to reject gas plant expansion plans in Peterhead

Over 13,000 people signed a petition by NGOs Friends of the Earth Scotland and 350.org, calling on the Scottish government to reject a proposed gas plant by energy companies SSE and Equinor. If approved, the plant would be operational by 2027 and run for decades.

Residents of UK village protest new gas plant plans

Residents of Roydon and nearby villages in the UK are campaigning against plans to build a new gas-powered electricity plant, citing concerns over the potential destruction of local ecology and wildlife.

Aug 2024, Romania

Romania to build “largest of its kind” gas plant in EU

Romania's Mintia gas-fired thermal power plant, slated to be the largest in the EU, is expected to come online in 2026. With its hefty €1.4 billion price tag, the plant will have a capacity of 1.7 GW.

Aug 2024, Italy

Italy’s capacity market auction for 2025 shows positive shift away from gas

In Italy's capacity market auction for 2025, minimal new gas capacity was awarded and only around 100 MW of gas repowering receiving payments. This is a positive shift compared to the previous year, where 35 GW of existing plants benefited from capacity payments.

Jul 2024, Belgium