Hungary closing public facilities due to soaring cost of energy
The soaring cost of energy in Hungary is forcing local authorities to close public services with city authorities a facing five to ten-fold increase in prices.
The Hungarian city of Szeged is partially reliant on Russian gas despite a recent shift to geothermal energy solutions. Nevertheless, the transition is ongoing, Tamas Medgyes from the District Heating Company of Szeged told Euronews that other cities can do the same.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:39Published
Hungary is harnessing the power of geothermal energy - it offers numerous advantages as a sustainable energy source and reduces the demand for fossil fuels.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published
Orban's speech comes as former Fidesz member, Péter Magyar, announced his intentions to form a political party to challenge the ruling government and promote dialogue with EU.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published
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