The EU-European Union is working on a common plan to curb gas demand in each country in the region as a measure against the stagnation of natural gas supply from Russia, and will reveal its ideas to member countries next month. Did.
The EU held a summit meeting in Brussels, Belgium for two days until the 24th, and exchanged opinions on securing energy and responding to rising prices.
At a press conference after the meeting, Chairman Von der Leyen revealed that Russia's supply of natural gas has already stopped or diminished in 12 member countries.
He added, "We have reviewed each country's plans for emergencies so that we can respond to further supply stagnation. We are also working with industry and member countries to create a common urgent plan for the region to curb demand. We are working on a common plan, and next month we will reveal our thoughts to the member countries.
In Europe, gas is being stored for the winter when heating demand is increasing, but there is growing concern that storage will not be sufficient as the supply from Russia decreases.
Countries are under pressure, as Germany declares that it will raise its level of alertness to prepare for emergencies by one level and calls on the public and businesses to help save money.