In response to the energy crisis, Hannover, Germany, will cut off hot water supplies to public buildings, swimming pools and stadiums, the Guardian reported. The city has also become the first big city in Germany to announce energy-saving measures. (on July 21, 2022, the "beixi-1" natural gas pipeline Landing Facility and opal natural gas pipeline transfer station located in Germany) Hannover will also shut down public fountains and stop lighting major buildings such as the city hall at night. According to the report, the measure is to cope with the upcoming shortage of natural gas. The shortage of natural gas has brought major challenges to municipal authorities, especially in major cities such as Hannover. Gazprom previously announced to reduce the gas supply of the "beixi-1" pipeline, raising concerns about the winter energy crisis. Mayor belite onne said his goal was to reduce energy consumption by 15%. This is consistent with the European Commission's goal of urging member states to reduce. EU Member States reached a political agreement on the 26th to take voluntary measures to reduce natural gas demand by 15% this winter to improve the security of EU energy supply. (Xinhua News Agency)