From 2028, EU countries can expand energy infrastructure and renewable projects with a budget of €29.9 billion. The Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) aims to enhance grid and renewable energy, but critics warn it may still support fossil fuels. Key figures like Lars Aagaard and Jean Barroca emphasize the importance of this funding for energy security and interconnection. However, concerns about reduced transparency in funding and project assessment have been raised by EU lawmakers and auditors. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)