The appeal sent to the European Commission cites environmental concerns and security risks if the EU decides to lift the ban on oil and gas drilling in the Arctic. Instead, EU leaders are urged to focus on electrifying the economy and transport while expanding domestic clean energy production. #EuropeNews

Scandinavian financial institutions are urging the European Commission to maintain its opposition to Arctic oil drilling even as Europe faces worsening oil supply pressures.

The appeal sent to the European Commission cites environmental concerns and security risks if the EU decides to lift the ban on oil and gas drilling in the Arctic. Instead, EU…