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17 Dec

Is the UK’s Infrastructure Ready for Severe Storms?

The increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events in the UK, exemplified by Storm Darragh, highlights vulnerabilities in the nation’s energy infrastructure.

09 Dec

UK Renewable Projects Ramping Up

Across the UK, renewable energy projects are ramping up, promising a future of cleaner energy and reduced household energy costs.

21 Nov

January Blues for Consumers as Energy Prices Set to Rise

British households are facing another increase in energy bills from January 2025, according to forecasts from leading consultancy Cornwall Insight.

14 Nov

The Challenges Facing New Solar Farms in the UK

The Lime Down Solar Park proposal in Wiltshire has triggered a debate, reflecting a broader challenge for solar farm projects across the UK: gaining local approval.

05 Nov

The Hidden Cost of Turning Rubbish into Energy

One of the UK’s most common methods of electricity generation is now one of the dirtiest.

23 Oct

Government to Spend Billions on Carbon Capture

The UK Government has pledged almost £22 billion for carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects to curb emissions from energy production, industrial processes and hydrogen production.

14 Oct

Bill Payers Urged to Submit Meter Readings

Experts are urging energy consumers across England, Wales and Scotland to submit accurate meter readings as gas and electricity prices increase this October.

08 Oct

Cheaper Options Considered for Vulnerable Bill Payers

The Scottish Government is collaborating with major energy companies to introduce a ‘social tariff’ to reduce bills for vulnerable households.

27 Sep

New Solar Farms Powering Thousands of UK Homes

Energy developer Island Green Power is proposing a new solar farm and battery project capable of powering up to 115,000 homes each year.

18 Sep

Windfall for UK Energy: 9 New Projects Awarded

In a windfall for the UK's renewable energy sector, the Government has awarded contracts for nine new offshore wind farm projects.

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