Focus: Europe should not turn its back on shale gas: EC VP Antonio Tajani

Europe should not turn its back on shale gas, EC VP Antonio Tajani said, as quoted by BNR.

In his words, Europe should focus on energy prices and "fracking," both on national and EU level. It should also study the environmental impact of fracking. To stay competitive, the EU needs new and cutting-edge ideas for its energy policy.

Although many people in Europe oppose fracking, we need unbiased debates on the issue, said Mr Tajani. According to him, Europe should reinforce its common energy policy and stand up to the challenges posed by China, India, US, Brazil and Mexico