Lack of wind dents profit at one of EDF’s biggest UK windfarms September 3, 2024 A lack of wind has dented profit at EDF’s Dorenell Windfarm in Scotland, with turnover dropping by more than £20m in 2023, according to newly-filed documents. Dorenell Windfarm, a 59-turbine site south of Dufftown with the capacity to power more than 106,000 UK homes, saw its turnover slump to £56m during the 12 months, down [...]
Drax Group to sell 90,000 metre points to EDF Energy June 26, 2024 British power firm Drax has announced it will sell up to 90,000 customer meter points to EDF Energy after a strategic review of its energy supply business.
When fish can delay a nuclear power station, our animal obsession has gone too far May 14, 2024 Hinkley Point C has been pushed back in part because of regulatory requirements around protecting fish. It’s just one example of how the UK frequently prioritises animals over humans, says Phoebe Arslanagić-Little When it’s built, nuclear power station Hinkley Point C will generate enough electricity to power around 6m homes for 60 years. It will [...]
Abrdn and two more City giants shun Sizewell C nuclear project April 15, 2024 The government is currently the majority shareholder and is currently investing a total of £2.5bn in financial support for the project.
Western countries overly ‘optimistic’ in nuclear project delivery March 21, 2024 Both Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear power stations are mired in delays or pre-construction barriers.
France’s EDF to consider extending life of UK nuclear plants in boost for UK energy policy January 9, 2024 EDF aims to extend the lifespan of Sizewell B (pictured) by 20 years