Nord Stream 2 Is Still Months From Easing Europe’s Gas Woes
- Russia to Germany pipeline may not get approval until May 8
- German Greens reiterate project must conform with EU rules
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Russia’s Nord Stream 2 may need a few more months to clear remaining red tape before the controversial pipeline begins pumping natural gas to Germany to help ease Europe’s energy crunch.
The Baltic Sea project -- which has raised concerns over the Kremlin’s control of energy supplies to the continent, including among Germany’s Greens -- is complete and awaiting certification from national and European Union authorities. Russian President Vladimir Putin has pledged to step up gas supply, and has said Nord Stream 2 can be activated “the day after” regulatory sign-off.