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US natural gas and oil production to fall in 2021
Production of natural gas and oil is forecast to fall in the US this year and rise again in 2022. That’s according to the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) latest ‘Short Term Energy Outlook’, which expects annual US crude oil production to average 11.1 million barrels per day (b/d) in 2021, down 0.2 million b/d from […]
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Octopus Energy launches ‘world’s first’ tariff offering 50% discount when wind is blowing
Octopus Energy has launched what is claimed to be the world’s first electricity tariff whose price drops when the wind speeds up. The new tariff follows the purchase of wind turbines in Caerphilly, South Wales and Market Weighton, Yorkshire. It promises to offer households, which are living near the turbines and using electricity when the […]
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UK Export Finance appoints renewables specialist for northern England
UK Export Finance (UKEF) has appointed Rachel Ashley to help energy companies in northern England to secure finance for export contracts and connect them to overseas renewable and cleantech projects. She is the new Export Finance Manager who will focus on renewable exports through UKEF’s growing network of international trade experts, supporting the UK’s Clean […]
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Global power consumption ‘to almost double by 2050’
Global power consumption will almost double by 2050 as a result of increased electrification and the uptake of green hydrogen. That’s one of the findings of new research by global consultancy McKinsey, which forecasts electricity’s share of the energy consumption mix will grow from 19% today to 30% by mid-century. According to the report, renewables […]
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TfL reaches milestone as its entire core bus fleet ‘meets the strictest emissions standards’
Transport for London (TfL) has announced its 9,000-strong core bus fleet now meets or exceeds the cleanest Euro VI emissions standards. The move is forecast to see nitrogen oxide emissions and particulate matter from buses fall by an average of 90% and 80% respectively, according to the organisation. The government body, which is responsible for the […]
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Scotland awards £444k to tackle fuel poverty this winter
The Scottish Government has announced the first project to receive a share of a £7 million fund to tackle fuel poverty this winter. The Fuel Bank Foundation is receiving £444,500 to extend its work, which includes providing same-day support to top up prepayment meters for those at risk of disconnection and help households that are […]
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RWE to develop four onshore wind farms in France and Poland
German utility RWE is expanding its market presence in France and Poland with the construction of four onshore wind farms and an investment of €95 million (£84m). The wind farms – three in France and one in Poland – will have a total installed capacity of 76MW, with the first French project already under construction […]
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RWE to develop four onshore wind farms in France and Poland
German utility RWE is expanding its market presence in France and Poland with the construction of four onshore wind farms and an investment of €95 million (£84m). The wind farms – three in France and one in Poland – will have a total installed capacity of 76MW, with the first French project already under construction […]
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5 Hidden Benefits of an Energy Efficient Home
As governments move towards a net-zero future, companies and individuals are being urged to do their part by reducing their carbon footprints. In recent years, consumer demand for eco-friendly products has highlighted the need for greener manufacturing. Fortunately, there are now a wide array of environmentally friendly household goods on the market, including dishwashers, fridge-freezers […]
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5 Hidden Benefits of an Energy Efficient Home
As governments move towards a net-zero future, companies and individuals are being urged to do their part by reducing their carbon footprints. In recent years, consumer demand for eco-friendly products has highlighted the need for greener manufacturing. Fortunately, there are now a wide array of environmentally friendly household goods on the market, including dishwashers, fridge-freezers […]
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The cheapest kWh of energy is the one you don't use Delvin Lane, Head of Energy 360, British Gas