Heat wave hits energy sector

A heat wave is affecting all of Europe. Temperatures are exceeding 40°C not only in the southeastern part of the continent, but also in Germany and, for the first time, in the UK. In addition to affecting crops and health, such heat waves also threaten energy security. Analysts from the Polish Economic Institute (PIE) write about the impact of excessively high temperatures on the sector.

Hot weather reduces the efficiency of gas-fired power plants and limits the cooling capacity of nuclear…