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‘Hydrogen boilers would allow more fossil fuels’
“Hydrogen ready” boilers can provide a loophole for continuing to use fossil fuel gas. That’s according to more than 40 organisations who have submitted a letter – organised by the E3G thinktank – to ministers calling for this loophole to be closed. The loophole in question would see new homes have “hydrogen ready” boilers built […]
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IPCC: Only immediate action could secure a liveable future for all
Taking immediate and ambitious action could secure a sustainable future for everyone, the Chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has said today. Presenting the findings of the latest IPCC report, scientists have reported that there are various available and effective options to address human-caused climate change and decrease greenhouse gas emissions. The Intergovernmental […]
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Scottish tidal turbine triumph in France!
Scottish tidal energy company Nova Innovation has successfully installed its tidal technology at the Étel Estuary in France. This marks the company’s first deployment outside Scotland. Nova’s seabed-mounted turbines have no impact on navigation or the environment, which means that the Étel estuary’s community, consisting of oyster fishermen to kayakers, remain unaffected by the turbines. The […]
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New website offers vital support to vulnerable customers across Britain
A new website has been launched with the support of energy network operators across Britain, making it easier and faster for energy customers to sign up to the Priority Services Register (PSR). The PSR offers extra support to those with additional needs in England, Scotland, and Wales. Eligible customers can simply enter their postcode on […]
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Blades of glory: Viking Wind Farm receives first turbine components
The Viking wind farm in Shetland received its first three wind turbine blades today, transported from Lerwick Port. The wind project will consist of 103 wind turbines set around the central Mainland of Shetland. Vestas, the supplier of the wind turbines, is responsible for managing the safe transportation of components from factories to Lerwick and […]
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‘Strong growth’ in renewable capacity in India
India saw a significant increase in renewable energy installations in 2022, according to data from the climate think tank Ember. This growth is considered a positive development for India’s efforts to assume a leadership role in climate action ahead of the G20 summit. Solar and wind were the dominant sources of power generation capacity growth […]
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Nuclear power to the moon?
In the week that nuclear has been boosted by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt to achieve net zero aims, it could end up also being the UK’s ticket to the moon. Scientists at Rolls-Royce are working on a nuclear technology that would facilitate humans to live and work on the moon. Nuclear power would be the source […]
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‘More cash is needed for EU’s net zero plans’
Europe doesn’t have the investment level to achieve its net zero desires. That’s according to WindEurope – which represents the wind energy sector – claiming that €9 billion (£7.8bn) will be needed alone for the port infrastructure that would materialise offshore wind targets. Europe released its Net Zero Industry Act this week – focusing on […]
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Renewable energy projects at risk: ‘UK’s latest plans could cause missed investments’
Trade association RenewableUK has warned the government’s plans for this year’s auctions for contracts to generate clean power will fall short in attracting maximum investment in wind, solar, and tidal projects. The Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, designed to encourage investment in low carbon electricity generation, risks failing to meet its targets due to tight […]
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Ørsted ‘disappointed’ with Spring Budget’s lack of support for renewables
The government’s Spring Budget lacks a full package of support for the renewables industry, Ørsted has said. The Danish energy giant, which is behind the construction of Hornsea 3, an offshore wind farm in the North Sea that will be capable of generating enough electricity to power two million homes, said: “It is disappointing that […]
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The cheapest kWh of energy is the one you don't use Delvin Lane, Head of Energy 360, British Gas