Introduction to European Gas Markets in Transition

Andris Piebalgs and Marzia Sesini

A chapter in European Gas Markets in Transition, 2026, pp 1-3 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: European Gas Markets in Transition offers a comprehensive analysis of the transformation of Europe's natural gas sector amid geopolitical upheaval, market liberalisation, and climate imperatives. From post-war supply developments and growing reliance on Russian gas, to the liberalisation driven by EU directives and the recent acceleration of the energy transition, the book traces how economic, regulatory, and security dynamics have reshaped the market. It reflects on the impact of the 2022 energy crisis and the EU's REPowerEU strategy to diversify supply and reduce fossil fuel dependency. Structured across four thematic parts, the volume examines supply security, the liberalised market framework, value chain evolution, and the role of gas in a decarbonising energy system. Bringing together expert perspectives, it provides critical insights for policymakers, industry leaders, and researchers navigating the rapidly evolving European gas landscape.

Keywords: Gas network; Natural gas transition; Energy security; Gas market regulation; Climate and decarbonisation; EU Green Deal and Fit for 55 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
ISBN: 9781035382958
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