Homegrown Gas Vital for UK Energy Security, Says Boss
The UK's energy security depends on domestic gas production for decades, warns a leading industry figure. Discover why new North Sea fields are deemed essential.
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Australian Eco-Village Bans Pets to Save Native Wildlife
Currumbin Ecovillage marks 20 years as a sustainable community and wildlife sanctuary. Residents forgo cats and dogs to protect native species, embodying a 'solarpunk' vision of the future.
Energy bills to rise £108 by 2031 for grid upgrades
Ofgem announces a £28bn energy infrastructure investment, adding £108 to average household bills by 2031. Get the full breakdown of costs and government support.
AI Data Centre Boom Transforms Nevada Desert
The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Centre, a 100,000-acre Nevada site, is now a global hub for AI data centres, driving economic growth but straining scarce water and power resources. Explore the modern-day gold rush.
Greenpeace urges Ofgem to protect billpayers from energy hikes
Greenpeace calls on Ofgem to regulate energy grid upgrades, preventing unnecessary bill increases and ensuring value for money as the UK transitions to clean energy.
UK's Largest Solar Farm Approved in Suffolk
The UK government has approved the Sunnica Energy Farm, a massive 3,500-acre solar project in Suffolk. It will power 400,000 homes and create 1,000 jobs. Read more on the implications for UK energy.
Data centres could derail Australia's climate targets
Experts warn Australia's data centre boom, fuelled by AI, could triple energy demand by 2030, jeopardising net zero ambitions and increasing reliance on fossil fuels. Read the full analysis.
Clean energy investment hits lowest level in almost a decade
Investors warn of 'deep structural issues' causing a slump in solar and wind farm investment, threatening Australia's 2030 renewable energy targets. Read the full analysis.
How UK Heat Zones Can Cut Bills & Carbon
UK cities waste enough heat to meet 38% of London's demand. Learn 6 key lessons from Europe on rolling out heat networks to slash energy bills, create jobs, and decarbonise urban centres.
HICL and TRIG £250m merger abandoned after backlash
A blockbuster plan to create the UK's largest infrastructure investment firm has been scrapped after a shareholder revolt over the deal terms. Read the full story.
Elderly left in cold by faulty energy meter and poor service
An elderly woman in Stafford was left without heating due to a faulty British Gas prepayment meter, highlighting systemic customer service failures across UK energy suppliers, including billing errors and threats to minors.
Ovo Energy's Fall from Grace and Financial Struggle
Ovo Energy, once the UK's green energy disruptor, faces a battle for survival. We examine its financial woes, executive exodus, and the controversial millions paid to its founder's company.
Democrat wins Virginia seat on data centre platform
John McAuliff's victory in a traditionally Republican Virginia district, focusing on data centres' impact on energy bills, offers a blueprint for Democratic campaigns. Discover how local issues trumped national politics.
US states legalise balcony solar panels for millions
Millions of Americans could soon power homes with plug-in balcony solar panels as states rewrite energy laws. Discover how this renewable energy shift benefits renters and homeowners.
Electric car owners face £49 monthly cost increase
Millions of electric vehicle owners will pay extra £49 monthly from January as Ofgem raises energy price cap. Learn how to reduce charging costs.
Trump Cuts Derail Appalachia Clean Energy Revival
Billions in clean energy funding for former coal communities revoked by Trump administration, devastating economic recovery efforts across Appalachia and halting vital projects.
Trump's Coal Plant Order Costs Taxpayers $113m
A Trump administration order to keep an ageing Michigan coal plant open has cost US ratepayers $113 million, drawing outrage from consumer and environmental groups.
The Real Climate Progress at Cop30
While critics called Cop30 a failure, look beyond the legal text to find genuine strides in climate action. A new Brazilian-led initiative is building a roadmap for a fossil fuel transition. Read the full analysis.
NHS negligence costs hit £3.1bn, Reeves criticised
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism for failing to tackle the NHS's 'eye-watering' £3.1bn clinical negligence bill. Medical leaders demand urgent reform to save millions for frontline services.
Energy Advisers Warn Ministers of UK Gas Supply Crisis
Britain faces potential gas supply emergencies this winter as energy experts issue urgent warnings to government ministers about storage capacity and infrastructure risks.
Labour's North Sea oil policy contradictions exposed
Labour's North Sea oil strategy faces criticism as energy department's pragmatic licensing clashes with Treasury's windfall tax, creating uncertainty for jobs and investment.
Budget 2025: Octopus Boss Hails Energy Bill Cuts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £150 cut to average energy bills from April 2025, scrapping green levies. Octopus Energy's Greg Jackson calls it a 'positive step'.
Australia's emissions fall as renewables hit 40%
Australia's greenhouse gas emissions fell 2.2% last financial year, with solar and wind responsible for half the reduction. Discover if the nation is on track for its 2035 climate targets.
Gas price surge drives Australian inflation crisis
New inflation data reveals how Russia's Ukraine invasion triggered an energy price shock, delivering windfall gas profits while households face soaring electricity bills. Discover the full impact.
Reeves Faces £700m Fish vs Energy Crisis Decision
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must decide on nuclear reforms that could slash energy bills or maintain costly bureaucracy spending £700m annually to protect a single fish.
Reeves delays nuclear reform over legal advice
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delays major nuclear power reforms following legal advice, putting £700m 'fish disco' savings on hold. Discover the implications for UK energy and growth.
British Gas CEO Proposes Tax Shift to Cut Bills
Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea calls for energy levies to be moved to general taxation, saving households £200. He says he's 'happy to pay more' tax. Read the full story.
MP Ed Husic: Australia 'begs for scraps' from gas firms
Labor MP Ed Husic delivers impassioned parliamentary speech demanding cheaper domestic gas prices and confronting overseas companies reselling Australian fuel for profit.
UK Plan to Cut Nuclear Reactor Costs and Delays
A government taskforce proposes radical regulatory reforms to accelerate the UK's new nuclear reactor programme, aiming to lower costs and construction times while maintaining safety.
Giant Spinning Machine to Secure Australia's Energy Grid
Australia's largest synchronous condenser begins testing in Victoria, providing crucial grid stability and enabling more renewable energy integration. Discover how this technology supports the clean energy transition.
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