Competitiveness / Energy and Environment

This section feature research, opinion and progress reports on how the Czech Republic compares to other EU countries economically. It includes analysis of international rankings such as the WEF and World Bank.

Spotlight issue

11th January 2023 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment


Could the metals shortage derail the energy transition?

Amid worldwide efforts to go green, high demand for basic and precious metals along with supply chains that have been disrupted by a pandemic and now the Russia–Ukraine crisis are causing major challenges. As disruption in energy supplies continues to reverberate throughout the world’s economies, another equally insidious, if less conspicuous, disruption is unfolding: shortages of key basic and precious metals. 
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1st December 2022 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment


Compensation for energy costs for large businesses: applications to be accepted from 15 November

On 2 November 2022, the Ministry of Industry and Trade published the first call for large businesses to apply for aid with respect to increased gas and electricity costs under the European Commission's Temporary Crisis Framework (TCF). Applications will be accepted from 15 November 2022 to 31 January 2023. CZK 30 billion is available for allocation, but the amount may further be adjusted. The call may end before this date, especially if the allocation is exhausted. Applications should therefore be prepared and submitted as soon as possible.
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12th October 2022 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment


Working to Meet Europe’s Energy Supply and Demand

At ExxonMobil, we aim to identify and provide solutions to society’s energy challenges. Ongoing global events are creating strains on energy supply in Europe. We are committed to providing reliable energy to support consumers and businesses through this difficult time. However, we also remain focused on investing in lower-emission energy systems for tomorrow.
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8th September 2022 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment


Prague Airport Continues to Reduce Emissions Adding 15 Electromobiles in Its Fleet

Pursuing its sustainable development strategy, Prague Airport has long been striving to reduce its carbon footprint, by using electric cars alongside other things. As many as fifteen electromobiles were thus added to the airport fleet this week, and the number is to be matched again next year. Of this year's fifteen vehicles, five are intended for carsharing, the rest will be used in various airport operational departments. Another Nissan electric car has been used at the airport in the baggage sorting area for four years.
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16th February 2022 / Competitiveness / Energy and Environment


Neuron online club: Why is energy so expensive?

Gas, electricity, oil. What is the reason that their prices have risen significantly and are becoming a social problem?
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Members of the American Chamber of Commerce in the Czech Republic