(VOVWORLD) - The European Union set out emergency plans on Wednesday for countries to cut their gas use by 15% until March, warning them that without deep cuts now they could struggle for fuel during the winter if Russia cuts off supply.
 'Nord Stream 1' gas pipeline are pictured in Lubmin, Germany (Photo: Reuters) |
Europe is racing to fill its gas storage ahead of winter and build a buffer in case Russia further restricts supplies in retaliation for European support for Ukraine.
Gas supplies from Russia to many EU countries have already been reduced, and many European officials fear Russia may completely cut off supplies to the EU.