EU energy ministers met in Hamburg to commit to increasing offshore wind capacity in the North Sea to 100 GW by 2050, aiming to lower energy prices. The declaration was signed by several countries and industry leaders, emphasizing the need for a strong grid and faster permitting processes. The initiative is seen as a response to geopolitical tensions and aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, with projections of a 30% decrease in electricity costs by 2040. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)