Southern European heatwave not enough to lift Europe-wide power demand, say analysts

Published 15:35 on August 10, 2023  /  Last updated at 15:47 on August 10, 2023  / /  EMEA, EU ETS

European power consumption slumped 6% compared to historical averages in July despite an uptick in demand from air conditioning across the Southern countries that were struck by extreme heat, according to analysts.
European power consumption slumped 6% compared to historical averages in July despite an uptick in demand from air conditioning across the Southern countries that were struck by extreme heat, according to analysts.


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