UK risks missing net zero goals warns Ovo boss, as firm unveils new tariff to fight greenwashing April 18, 2023 The UK will miss its net zero goals without bolder action from the government and energy industry, warns Ovo boss Raman Bhatia,
Forced prepayment meter installations for over 85s banned in Ofgem crackdown April 18, 2023 UK energy suppliers have all signed up to a new code of practice for prepayment meters as part of an industry crackdown.
North Sea industry push for windfall tax price floor in bid to boost bank lending April 18, 2023 North Sea oil and gas producers are pushing the government to introduce a price floor in the windfall tax so that banks will offer better loans.
Low-cost energy generation may no longer be winning factor for renewable auctions under government overhaul April 18, 2023 Applications for renewable projects could soon be assessed on their contributions to the wider green industry, rather than just prices.
Exxon Mobil challenged by investors over climate goals ahead of AGM April 17, 2023 LGIM and CBIS have co-filed a shareholder resolution, calling on Exxon Mobil to provide more climate disclosures.
John Wood Group confirms talks with Apollo as it extends deadline for takeover bid April 17, 2023 John Wood Group has confirmed it will hold talks with Apollo to see if a firm offer can be made on the same terms as its fifth takeover bid.
National Grid needs competition for UK to meet energy ambitions, argues energy boss April 17, 2023 National Grid’s electricity network should be opened up to competition from private companies to speed up connections for new projects.
Feeding off scrap: Steel industry must go green if it wants taxpayer support April 17, 2023 The steel sector must embrace scrap supplies if it wants to present a viable green future and win over taxpayer support for more funding.
End of an era: Germany shuts down last three nuclear power plants April 16, 2023 Germany has pulled the plug on its last three nuclear power stations, ending a six-decade programme onc and for all.
G7 ministers set big targets for solar and wind but stop short of phasing out coal April 16, 2023 The G7 has set big new collective targets for solar power and offshore wind capacity, but stopped short of a quicker date for phasing out coal.