Britain must build a green economy to ‘eliminate Russian fuel from our energy mix once and for all’ April 4, 2022 Britain must build its green economy to “eliminate Russian fuel from our energy mix once and for all”, the International Trade Secretary is to argue today. Speaking during a visit to Norway, Anne-Marie Trevelyan will say the UK must first use its relationships with “reliable energy partners” to “meet our needs, protect our supply chains, [...]
UK to build thousands more wind turbines under government’s energy strategy April 2, 2022 The UK Government is reportedly looking into building thousands of new wind turbines to improve Britain’s energy independence. Officials are working on plans to increase onshore wind capacity from from the current 15GW to 30GW and 45GW by 2030 and 2035 respectively, the Telegraph reported. Under the new plan, around 7,000 more turbines will be [...]
Bloody Friday as cost of living onslaught starts for millions: Steepest rise in household bills in living memory begins today April 1, 2022 Today has been dubbed National Price Hike Day, when government bodies and private firms traditionally announce the increases in the cost of goods and services. This year, energy costs are set to skyrocket, with the cheapest energy tariff for a medium user surging to £1,971 – a staggering 118 per cent increase year on year. The [...]
Green energy pioneer and former New Age traveller Dale Vince steps down from Ecotricity April 1, 2022 Green energy pioneer and former New Age traveller Dale Vince has said he is stepping down as chief executive of wind power company Ecotricity to pursue a career in politics. Vince, who founded Ecotricity in 1995 while living in an old army truck in Gloucestershire, said he plans to sell Ecotricity to new owners, with [...]
EnergyTag unveils hourly price certificates to incentivise renewable investment March 31, 2022 EnergyTag has unveiled its framework for reporting the role of renewables in electricity generation to boost investment in the sector.
Boris Johnson plays down onshore wind power March 30, 2022 Boris Johnson has played down the prospect of ramping up onshore wind power in the government's upcoming energy strategy.
Cambo licence extended for two more years amid push for North Sea exploration March 30, 2022 The North Sea Transition Authority has extended the licence for the Cambo oil and gas field for a further two years.
Energy analysts welcome renewable plans but warn support for households still needed March 30, 2022 Onshore wind will provide the UK with long-term energy security but won't resolve this winter's energy crisis, according to energy experts.
Good Energy boss warns renewable ramp up will not ease this year’s cost of living crisis March 29, 2022 Profits and gross margins at renewable specialists Good Energy have taken a hit from the crisis, but its asset sale has steadied the ship.
Ørsted sells 50 per cent stake in world’s largest offshore wind farm for £3bn March 29, 2022 Ørsted has offloaded a 50 per cent stake in the world's largest offshore wind farm for £3bn to AXA IM Alts and Crédit Agricole.