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Oil and gas company fined £100k for breaching vent consent
NEO Energy Production UK Limited (NEO) has been hit with a £100,000 fine after failing to comply with its vent consent for the Donan, Lochranza and Balloch fields, situated approximately 200 kilometres northeast of Aberdeen. The breach occurred when NEO exceeded its venting consent limit, leading to a violation of approximately 1,200 tonnes above the […]
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‘Scotland’s green economy potential at risk without nuclear investment’
Scotland‘s potential for green economy investment is being jeopardised by its reluctance to invest in new nuclear projects, according to the Nuclear Industry Association (NIA). The NIA’s analysis of the economic impact of the UK’s next new nuclear power station underscores the missed opportunities for Scotland. The report highlights the economic benefits of projects like […]
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Drax finalises carbon removals deal
Drax Group announces carbon removals deal with C-Zero Markets. The agreement involves C-Zero purchasing 2,000 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide removals (CDRs) credits from Drax. This deal, which transforms a previous memorandum of understanding into a firm offtake agreement, is linked to Drax’s forthcoming deployment of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) in the […]
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England’s reservoirs reach 95% capacity
The National Drought Group, comprising government entities, water utilities and environmental specialists, convened to address future drought management strategies amid climate fluctuations. Despite apprehensions stemming from England’s historic rainfall, the group affirmed the nation’s robust water resources. Chaired by the Environment Agency, the meeting underscored the absence of drought conditions and the notable reservoir storage, […]
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Brits ready for battery and hydrogen planes
A recent survey commissioned by the Jet Zero Council reveals that most Brits are willing to fly on eco-friendly aircraft powered by batteries or hydrogen. The research indicates that nearly 82% of Brits are open to the idea of flying on a hydrogen-powered plane, while almost 77% would consider flying on aircraft powered solely by […]
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National Grid partners with schools for £2.7m solar power initiative
National Grid has announced a new partnership aimed at supporting schools in adopting solar power to reduce carbon emissions and energy costs. The initiative, launched in collaboration with Solar for Schools, aims to provide funding for solar projects in schools located within National Grid’s South Wales, South West and Midlands licence areas. The £2.7 million […]
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UK launches £1.3m transport innovation fund
A £1.3 million government-backed initiative, the Transport Research and Innovation Grant (TRIG), has been unveiled to drive innovation in the UK transport industry. Administered by Connected Places Catapult, TRIG aims to support businesses and academics in developing pioneering ideas to enhance the nation’s transport infrastructure and stimulate economic growth. Applications for funding are now open […]
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Petrol prices rise by 8p per litre since start of year
The cost of petrol has surged by 8p per litre since the start of the year, sparking concerns among consumers and industry experts. RAC fuel price spokesperson Simon Williams highlighted the challenges faced by drivers, with fuel prices climbing by 9p per litre overall in 2024. This increase translates to an additional £5 for the […]
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Net Hero Podcast – Bring back the mammoth for a net zero future!?
Make sure you check out the latest Net Hero Podcast episode: Net zero is a way to cut your costs and help the planet, so what’s stopping you? Often, it’s just the right help and advice. That’s what we will provide at the Big Zero Show this July. Workshops, expert speakers, case studies and exhibitions. […]
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SSE Renewables unveils partners for massive battery project
SSE Renewables has revealed Morrison Energy Services and Sungrow as key collaborators for its forthcoming 320MW battery energy storage project in Monk Fryston, North Yorkshire. Morrison Energy Services will act as the principal contractor, while Sungrow, already involved in a project with SSE Renewables, will supply the battery energy storage system. The project, which received […]
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