Budget exclusive: Hunt weighs up price floor on windfall tax over fears key North Sea project could collapse March 14, 2023 The government is weighing up plans to bring in a windfall tax price floor amid fears Equinor could pull out of a key oil and gas field.
Centrica anticipates power boost as EDF extends lifespan of ageing nuclear fleet March 14, 2023 British Gas owner Centrica expects to boost its electricity generation following EDF's decision to expand lifespan of two nuclear plants.
Big Six energy firms ‘asleep’ and should be worried, Yu Group chief warns after record profits March 14, 2023 The Big Six are “asleep” and should be worried about challengers scooping up their customers, argued the boss of Yu Group.
Aramco ramps up fossil fuel spending as oil and gas firms ease off green agenda March 14, 2023 Saudi Aramco shows no signs of pivoting to a greener future, and is targeting a further ramp up in oil and gas prices.
Utilita chief calls for ban on ‘archaic’ prepayment meters March 13, 2023 The government should scrap traditional prepayment meters and only allow suppliers to install smart options, says the Utilita boss.
Oil prices: Why black gold could spike on flagging OPEC supply levels March 13, 2023 Oil prices will be supported by the combination of strong demand this year and flagging OPEC production levels, Investec predicts.
First floating offshore wind farm approved off Welsh coast March 13, 2023 Consent for a floating offshore wind farm has been granted off the Pembrokeshire coast, the Welsh government has announced.
Gold price rallies after Silicon Valley Bank collapse draws investors to precious metal March 13, 2023 Gold prices have risen following the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank - strengthening investor sentiment towards the precious metal.
Budget: 350,000 small firms at risk of ‘shrinking, restructure or closure’ unless energy bill help extended – FSB March 13, 2023 Companies on fixed-term energy contracts are at risk of being exposed to ultra-high prices, warned a leading industry group.
Sunak to challenge Biden over US green subsidy package at upcoming talks March 13, 2023 The UK and US will “work through” concerns about green subsidies, Rishi Sunak revealed ahead of talks with President Joe Biden.