‘Turning point’ in shift to clean power? Fossil fuel emissions from electricity due to have first EVER annual drop April 12, 2023 The world is on course for the first annual drop in the use of coal, oil and gas to generate electricity outside of a global recession or pandemic.
North Sea energy giants told to ‘read the room’ on windfall tax demands April 12, 2023 Green groups have urged the government to maintain the toughened windfall tax amid pressure from the North Sea industry.
Government risks higher wind power prices as industry slams lack of funds for auction round April 12, 2023 The latest ongoing auction window for offshore wind projects could result in higher generation prices and a shortage in bidders.
Glencore sweetens Teck takeover bid with cash option to sway shareholders April 11, 2023 Glencore proposed introducing a cash component to its $22.5bn bid for Teck Resources and urged its board to delay an impending vote.
Newmont tables £15.7bn mega offer for rival Aussie gold miner Newcrest April 11, 2023 US gold miner Newmont has ramped up its bid for Aussie rival Newcrest with a massive £15.7bn ($19.5bn) final offer.
BP: Oil and gas giant takes 40 per cent stake in massive UK carbon capture and storage project April 11, 2023 BP has snapped up a hefty stake in a major upcoming carbon capture project from Harbour Energy, bringing more focus to decarbonisation.
Another LNG-fuelled winter will expose lack of seriousness about UK’s energy goals April 11, 2023 Winter is over, with the government managing to stave off blackouts over – but LNG problems persist, exposing the UK's energy challenge.
Oil prices propped up by OPEC+ supply cuts amid gloomy economic forecasts April 10, 2023 Oil prices have stabilised today after three straight weeks of gains, with further supply cuts from OPEC+ propping up both major benchmarks.
UK and South Korea team up to bolster nuclear supply chain amid Chinese dominance April 10, 2023 The UK will work with South Korea to build nuclear supply chains and share information on developing technologies.
More chance of being struck by lightning: Ofwat reveals just one fine for sewage leaks in nearly 30 years April 10, 2023 Ofwat has issued just one single fine to suppliers for sewage spills since the current rules were introduced in 1994 - nearly 30 years ago.