Will Russia's invasion of Ukraine push Europe towards energy independence and faster decarbonisation?
- Written by Ellie Martus, Lecturer in Public Policy, School of Government and International Relations, Griffith University
Sjoerd van der Wal/Getty ImagesIn 1973, the world’s post-war boom hit the rocks. Oil producers restricted supply, sending prices soaring. In the aftermath of this oil shock, nations like America began seeking energy independence.
In 2022, we may well see history repeat, as the Russian invasion of Ukraine unfolds.
Why? Major European nations...





