Nottinghamshire plans show Midlands 'ideal' place to support nuclear energy A project announced at West Burton is set to become operational in 2040 and deliver 10,000 jobs. Nottingham Post · Mar 30, 2023
Scotland to be ‘at the heart’ of UK energy plans, says Government Ministers said the plans could create opportunities for Scottish businesses. Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2023
Bangladesh in hot seat over Adani’s power deal Bangladesh’s opposition has jumped on the recent controversy over the Indian tycoon to demand cancelling the power deal. Al Jazeera · Mar 30, 2023
Grant Shapps to announce multi-billion pound ‘energy revolution’ But critics described Mr Shapps’s announcement as ‘weak and feeble’ The Independent UK · Mar 30, 2023
Former Scottish coal mine to stage next Extreme E event Located in Dumfries and Galloway, the disused coal mine is to be transformed into a Pumped Storage Hydropower plant and wind farm – an ideal location for Extreme E to promote electric power and clean energy solutions. Autosport · Mar 30, 2023
UK government gambles on carbon capture and storage tech despite scientists’ doubts Controversial technology is at centre of ‘powering up Britain’ strategy, but critics argue it has ‘little merit’ and ‘delays real cuts in emissions’ The Guardian - UK · Mar 29, 2023
Household battery uptake surges to record high amid market turmoil, rocketing prices Last year was something of a turning point for household battery systems in Australia, with the number of new installations soaring. ABC News · Mar 29, 2023
The high cost of carbon pricing can't be ignored Carbon pricing is all the rage these days, at least in the developed world. But while global leaders and experts -- most of them from rich countries -- increasingly embrace the idea of putting the "right price" on carbon, the concept remains vague and ill-defined. Worse, its growing acceptance and… Bangkok Post · Mar 29, 2023
Heineken sets out sustainable strategy Dutch beer brand Heineken is committed to pursuing sustainable brewing and clean energy as part of its business priorities over the long term. Bangkok Post · Mar 29, 2023
Nuke heroes can finally apply for a medal after 70-year wait Applications have opened for the Nuclear Test Medal, just 5 months after it was approved by the King, but it has been blocked for dozens of troops who say they were irradiated on orders of the UK government Daily Mirror · Mar 29, 2023
Call to unplug electricity networks' super profits With households facing soaring bills, state and federal governments have been urged to crack down on power networks accused of making "supernormal profits". AAP · Mar 29, 2023
King Charles III visits Germany in first overseas trip as monarch After the royal Plan A to visit France was spiked over violent protests, King Charles makes his first trip abroad as monarch to Germany. ABC News · Mar 29, 2023
US energy officials release strategy to boost offshore wind The U.S. Energy Department said Wednesday it has a new strategy to help meet the nation’s goals to vastly expand offshore wind energy The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023
Activists in swimwear queue outside Rishi Sunak's heated pool GREENPEACE activists staged a demonstration outside Rishi Sunak’s manor house in Richmond, Yorkshire where it was revealed earlier this month he… The National (Scotland) · Mar 29, 2023
Reuters · Mar 29, 2023 Factbox-Main results of Germany's marathon coalition negotiations Germany's governing coalition on Tuesday presented the results of 30 hours of negotiations aimed at resolving a dispute that has threatened to hold up major policy initiatives in Europe's largest economy. Here are the main conclusions:
Daily Mirror · Mar 29, 2023 Over one million households will have lower energy bills from THIS weekend From Saturday, prepayment meter customers with British Gas will pay as much as direct debit customers for gas and keep the same current discount for electricity prepayment meters
Manchester Evening News · Mar 29, 2023 One million British Gas customers to have their bills reduced within days The change comes into effect from Saturday
Insider UK · Mar 29, 2023 Re-use of broken wind turbines 'could create 20,000 UK jobs' New coalition aims to prevent more than 800,000 tonnes of parts from being scrapped
The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023 Spain clean energy case shakes confidence in EU investment Renewable energy investors who lost subsidies promised by Spain are heading to a London court to try to claw back $125 million from the government
ABC News · Mar 29, 2023 History-making wave energy trial finishes in Bass Strait but unlikely to power Australian homes Australia has the potential to house a cutting-edge manufacturing industry that combats climate change, but the lure of Europe's progressive energy laws may have left the country out in the cold.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 29, 2023 UK scientists urge Rishi Sunak to halt new oil and gas developments Call comes on eve of revised net zero strategy that allows drilling in North Sea and boosts ‘unproven’ carbon capture
The Independent UK · Mar 29, 2023 Puerto Rico governor unveils solar energy plans in address Puerto Rico Gov. Pedro Pierluisi has announced new solar energy initiatives during his annual state of the territory address
ABC News · Mar 28, 2023 Solar-powered Sunraysia businesses to save thousands in upcoming electricity rate hike Businesses in Victoria's north-west are using the sun as a superpower to avoid the worst of a forecast 31 per cent electricity rate hike.
ABC News · Mar 28, 2023 Safeguard mechanism agreement unlikely to increase energy prices and stop future coal and gas projects, experts say The federal government's landmark climate policy to drive down emissions generated a mixed reaction from the energy industry, but experts say it is unlikely to stop future coal and gas projects or increase power prices.
Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 28, 2023 Training ex-offenders for green jobs is essential for economic equity Under the Climate & Equitable Jobs Act, work force hubs will work with local nonprofits to identify and train candidates, including returning residents, for training in clean energy jobs.