UK and US Vow to Bolster Energy Independence, End Reliance on Russian Energy

Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero Grant Shapps leaves Downing Street, London, on Feb. 27, 2023. James Manning/PA Media

Britain and the United States have pledged to work together to bolster energy independence and help their European partners end reliance on Russian energy.

Since Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022, European nations have reduced their imports of Russian oil and gas, leading to a shortage of supplies and unprecedented energy price rises.