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Europe's 2023 energy scarcity will drive green transition, says IMF chief

Europe's 2023 Energy Scarcity Will Drive Green Transition | GZERO World

With soaring energy prices, Europe is headed toward a dark winter. But next year could be even worse.

If Vladimir Putin continues to weaponize natural gas supplies, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva believes 2023 will be an even tougher winter for the Europeans, she tells Ian Bremmer on GZERO World.

Still, there's a silver lining. Kicking its Russian gas habit will make it easier for Europe to make its green energy transition a reality.

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