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Unmanned platform powers world’s largest offshore wind farm
The world’s largest offshore wind farm, Dogger Bank, has installed the world’s first unmanned High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) offshore substation. The innovative platform is the first of three platforms to be installed at the site in three 1.2GW phases known as A, B, and C. Dogger Bank Wind Farm, a joint venture between SSE […]
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Industry reacts to Energy Bill amendment to give Ofgem net zero mandate
The House of Lords has passed an amendment to the Energy Security Bill that grants Ofgem, the UK’s energy regulator, with a net zero mandate. This move will give Ofgem the power to prioritise the country’s transition to net zero emissions by 2050 and ensure that the energy sector aligns with the government‘s ambitious climate […]
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New emissions standard to boost EVs in Australia
Australia has introduced a new fuel efficiency standard to drive further uptake of electric vehicles (EVs). This standard will incentivise carmakers to make more zero-emission vehicles, Energy Minister Chris Bowen said. “Fuel-efficient and EVs are cleaner and cheaper to run – today’s announcement is a win-win for motorists,” he stated. Australia has been far behind […]
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Space-Based Solar Power Plants… We have lift off!
Space-based solar power in T minus 10 seconds… That’s after the European Space Agency (ESA) has given the green light to two concept commercial-scale power plants that would use the power of the Sun in space to keep the lights on down on Earth. These projects are expected to be finished by the end of […]
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‘Australian renewables must double for climate goals’
Australia’s renewable energy sector needs to grow at double the current rate if it’s to achieve its climate targets. That’s according to a report by the Clean Energy Council, which revealed that renewables provided 35.9% of the country’s electricity generation in 2022 – an improvement on recent years but not quick enough. Chief Executive of […]
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UK looks to shock energy sector with major reform
The UK Government is considering reforms to the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which provides support for low carbon electricity projects, such as offshore wind and solar. The proposed changes would reward applicants for including “non-price factors”, such as supply chain sustainability, skills gaps and innovation, in their bids. The aim is to encourage investment […]
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UKPN named Britain’s most admired company in energy distribution and supply sector
UK Power Networks has been awarded the title of Britain‘s Most Admired Company for the Energy Distribution and Supply sector in 2022. The award, part of the annual Britain’s Most Admired Companies survey, has recognised UK Power Networks as a leader in innovation, inspirational leadership, quality of management, ability to attract, develop and retain top […]
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Massive explosion kills around 18,000 cows at Texas dairy farm
An explosion at a Texas dairy farm resulted in the death of approximately 18,000 cows. The blast occurred earlier this week at South Fork Dairy near the town of Dimmitt and also left one person in critical condition. Local authorities have suggested that machinery in the facility may have ignited methane gas, leading to the […]
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Environmental watchdog intervenes in appeal against new oil wells in Surrey
The Office for Environmental Protection (OEP) has made an announcement today regarding its intervention in an ongoing appeal against new oil wells in Surrey. The appeal centres around Surrey County Council’s (SCC) decision to exclude downstream emissions from the wells’ Environment Impact Assessment (EIA), a move that has been challenged on the grounds of non-compliance […]
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Germany’s last three nuclear plants to go off the grid tomorrow
On Saturday, Germany is set to fulfil its much-anticipated nuclear phaseout by powering down its last three nuclear reactors, despite the ongoing energy crisis in Europe triggered by Russia’s conflict in Ukraine. The three remaining nuclear reactors, namely Isar 2, Neckarwestheim 2, and Emsland, currently contribute about 6% of Germany’s total energy production, with a […]
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