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Could Ukraine-Russia conflict make more UK small energy firms go bust?
While all diplomats’ eyes are on the increasingly complicated Russia-Ukraine crisis, reports suggest that a further escalation could force many more energy suppliers in the UK to go under. An official claimed preparations for ‘more supplier failures‘ had started following the ongoing crisis between the two countries, according to The Telegraph. A possible invasion of […]
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A hydrogen-powered V8 engine?
Toyota has enlisted the help of Yamaha to keep petrol heads on side in an all-electric future. Yamaha is developing a hydrogen-fuelled internal combustion engine from the current five litre V8 used in a Lexus RC F. Modifications to its fuel injectors, cylinder heads and intake manifold will allow it to be powered using compressed […]
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UK sees biggest solar growth since 2015!
2021 was hailed as the most significant year to date in terms of growth for the UK solar industry. That’s according to the trade association Solar Energy UK which estimates solar energy capacity grew by 36% compared to 2020. The data shows that a total of 730MW of solar capacity was installed across the UK. […]
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Petrol and diesel prices to hit new record
Drivers are bound to see more rises in forecourts in the coming days. A few days ago, it was reported that petrol at pumps across the UK cost on average 148.02p a litre. British automotive services firm RAC has warned against more volatile fuel prices. RAC’s fuel expert Simon Williams said: “As petrol nears another record […]
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Two more energy firms added to the list of bust companies
The skyrocketing gas prices that have made two dozen suppliers exit the market seem to continue leaving their mark in the UK’s energy retail market. Whoop Energy and Xcel Power Ltd have today announced they are ceasing to trade. Whoop Energy which was introduced as a “small, independent family-run company” supplied 262 customers – the […]
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Hydrogen makes Scottish streets cleaner and greener!
Scotland‘s Aberdeen has launched a hydrogen-fuelled waste collection vehicle which is described to be the UK’s first. The refuse truck will start collecting waste and recycling around the city from early March. Its journeys are forecast to lead to emissions savings of more than 25 kilograms carbon dioxide equivalent across a year compared to a […]
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McDermott secures largest renewable energy project
McDermott has landed its largest renewable energy contract – a 980MW project from TenneT. It will be responsible for designing, building and installing the offshore converter platform, which will be located off the German coast. Its branches in the Hague, Chennai and Gurgaon will work together on the completion of the project. Samik Mukherjee, McDermott […]
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New $25m fund to train people in New York for clean energy jobs
A new $25 million (£18m) fund has been announced in New York to transition existing workers and train individuals from disadvantaged communities for clean energy jobs. The programme intends to reskill and train New Yorkers, including displaced workers in the fossil fuel sector, for new clean energy job opportunities. Additionally, the proposal will support community […]
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EDF unveils plans for new 50MW wind farm in Ireland
EDF Renewables Ireland has unveiled plans to develop a new 50MW wind farm in Broadford, a small village in eastern County Clare. The proposed ‘Lackareagh Wind Farm’ will consist of seven wind turbines and is predicted to have an output that could provide power to more than 35,000 homes. The energy company plans to submit […]
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New agreement inked to commercialise advanced fuel recycling
A new agreement has been signed between Oklo and the Argonne National Laboratory to commercialise advanced fuel recycling technology. The project involves work with electrorefining technology to recycle fuel for use in advanced fission power plants, which is expected to help reduce fuel costs and supply chain risks. The partnership is an outcome of a […]
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The cheapest kWh of energy is the one you don't use Delvin Lane, Head of Energy 360, British Gas