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Port of Aberdeen sets sail to become UK’s first net zero port
The Port of Aberdeen has set its sights on becoming the UK’s first net zero port by 2040, with a £55 million investment in green technologies over the next decade. The ambitious target forms the core of the port’s net zero strategy, which aims to reduce emissions from vessels visiting the port (Scope 3), as […]
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‘Scotland’s largest’ standalone operational battery storage comes online
SUSI-Eelpower has brought online what is described as the largest standalone operational battery storage in Scotland, with a capacity of 50MW located in Dundee. The joint venture between SUSI Partners and Eelpower selected EDF as trading and optimisation partner. The battery storage site is expected to play an important role in decarbonising energy by providing balancing […]
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‘UK clean energy investment takes a dive while rival nations race ahead’
Investment in the UK’s low carbon economy fell by 10% to $28 billion (£22.4bn) in 2022, while the US and Germany increased their investment in clean energy, according to research by the House of Commons library. The figures, covering both public and private sectors, were commissioned by the Liberal Democrats and suggest the UK is […]
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Sumitomo Electric powers up Scotland with new cable factory!
Sumitomo Electric Industries has announced plans to establish a power cable factory in the Scottish Highlands. The move is aimed at meeting the growing demand for high-end cables in the region, particularly for offshore wind farms and further grid connections. The UK is expected to be one of the largest markets for power cables as […]
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Electrifying Sundays: British Gas offers 50% discount on electricity in new trial
British Gas is set to launch a new trial to manage demand, aimed at encouraging customers to shift their regular activities to quieter periods in order to reduce emissions during peak weekday evenings. As part of the PeakSave scheme, over 150,000 customers will be invited to participate in a one-off session on Sunday 30th April […]
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US wind and solar outshine coal in generating power
Renewable energy sources in the US are now generating more electricity and have more generating capacity than coal, according to data released by the US Energy Information Administration and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. The latest Electric Power Monthly report reveals that solar power generation grew by 6.7% in the first two months of 2023, with […]
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Sunny outlook for solar energy in the UK as domestic installations reach new heights!
The UK has seen a significant increase in solar capacity over the past year, according to provisional figures released by the government. As of the end of March 2023, the country’s installed solar capacity stands at 14.9GW, a 5.3% increase from the same time last year. March 2023 alone saw 19,465 new installations, the largest […]
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‘Europe may need to cut gas demand by 55bcm to mitigate supply risks’
Europe could be at considerable risk if it fails to immediately cut gas demand by 55 billion cubic metres (bcm) of natural gas. That’s according to new analysis from McKinsey, which suggests there could be a rebound in Asian demand or a further reduction in Russian imports, which could potentially exacerbate the situation. The authors […]
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Viking interconnector delays could have been avoided, says Ofgem
National Grid has failed to take sufficient measures to prevent delays to its Viking Link interconnector project, which aims to link the British and Danish electricity transmission systems, Ofgem has said. The project is a 1.4GW high voltage direct current electricity link that connects at Bicker Fen substation in Lincolnshire and Revsing substation in southern Jutland, […]
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Experts call for ban on artificial grass in home gardens
A ban or a restriction on the use of artificial grass and other incentives, including discounts on council tax could encourage homeowners to garden sustainably and combat climate change in cities. That’s according to new research from the University of Sheffield, which suggests financial incentives should be considered to ensure gardens are well stocked with […]
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The cheapest kWh of energy is the one you don't use Delvin Lane, Head of Energy 360, British Gas