UK Data Centres Consume 6% of Electricity, Emissions Soar
UK data centres consume 6% of electricity, more than London's homes. Government emissions forecasts revised upward 100-fold. Old tech and lack of efficiency standards blamed.
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Data Centers Use 6% of UK, US Electricity Amid AI Surge
Data centers now consume 6% of UK and US electricity, with AI driving a 15% global rise in two years. Greenpeace warns of higher bills and fossil fuel reliance.
Utah Datacenter Twice Size of Manhattan Sparks Fury
Utah approves Stratos AI datacenter spanning over 40,000 acres, requiring more power than the entire state uses, sparking backlash over water and energy concerns.
IEA Warns of Record Oil Drawdown After Hormuz Shock
The IEA warns of record oil stockpile drawdowns due to the Strait of Hormuz closure, with 4m barrels per day tapped in April amid an unprecedented supply shock.
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Five Nations Boycott Eurovision 2026 Over Israel's Inclusion
Spain, Ireland, Netherlands, Iceland, and Slovenia boycott Eurovision 2026 over Israel's participation amid Gaza conflict. Some broadcasters refuse to air the contest.
Data Centres Boost Australian Wind and Solar Investment
Australia's booming data centre industry is accelerating investment in wind and solar energy, as tech giants seek to power their operations with renewable sources.
UK Targets £99bn in Australian Pension Investment
The UK government aims to raise £99bn from Australian pension funds for clean energy, infrastructure, housing, and innovation projects over the next decade.
Google, Greystoke Misstate UK Datacentre Carbon Emissions
Google and Greystoke developers understated carbon emissions of proposed UK datacentres by a factor of five in planning documents, experts say.
Pinewood Leads Shift from Studios to Datacentres
Pinewood, home of James Bond and Disney, pivots 78% of expansion to datacentres, reflecting UK film industry's post-peak TV slowdown and AI-driven property shift.
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Centrica's Gas Plant Buy: Smart Move in Green Era
Centrica buys Severn gas plant for £370m, citing strong financials and future need for gas backup as renewables grow. Analysts see logic in the move.
Drill baby drill: UK must develop North Sea oil fields
Brandon Lewis argues that the UK must approve further North Sea drilling to reduce dependence on volatile international oil markets, especially amid the Iran war and energy price spikes.
Fulham Boat Club Wins Sustainability Award at London Awards
Fulham Reach Boat Club earned the Environmental Sustainability Award at the 2026 London Sport Awards, held at Guildhall. CEO Adam Freeman-Pask accepted the honor for eco-friendly initiatives.
UK Construction Output Plunges as Iran War Drives Up Costs
UK construction output fell sharply in April due to rising costs and red tape, with the S&P Global index dropping to 39.7. Builders warn Labour's housebuilding target is at risk.
UK Energy Policy 'All Over the Place' Says Ratcliffe
Sir Jim Ratcliffe criticizes UK energy policy as unstable, invests in US with Shell. Ed Miliband's BP windfall tax post deleted. Tories now advocate 'drill, baby, drill'.
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JLR Could Have Left UK Without £380m Battery Subsidy
Government officials warned that Jaguar Land Rover might have moved production out of the UK without a £380m subsidy for its battery company Agratas, potentially triggering an industry exodus.
Jim Ratcliffe Slams UK Energy Policy as Ineos Expands in US
Ineos boss Jim Ratcliffe criticizes UK and EU energy policies as 'all over the place,' announcing a $3bn US expansion with Shell in the Gulf of Mexico.
Fixing Methane Mega-Leaks Could Boost Energy Supply
Methane emissions from energy sector remained near record highs in 2025, but abatement could unlock billions of cubic metres of gas, IEA report finds.
Could Utilities Stocks Power Your Portfolio?
Utility and energy stocks have surged amid market uncertainty and net-zero goals. Analysts highlight attractive valuations, dividends, and investment plans, but warn of tax hikes and bond yield risks.
Solar Boom in US Midwest as Energy Crisis Persists
Floating solar projects surge in Ohio and the Midwest, driven by demand from datacenters, rising utility rates, and geopolitical tensions, offering clean energy alternatives.
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MJ Gleeson Warns Building Cost Inflation Spurs High Caution
MJ Gleeson warns building cost inflation and the Iran war dampen demand, prompting high caution. Other firms also report cost pressures.
Delay Fuel Duty Hike or Risk Stalling Transport Projects
Construction industry warns that ending the fuel duty freeze in September will stall key road and rail projects due to rising costs, urging the government to extend the cut.
Oil Prices Hit Highest Since 2022 on US-Iran Deal
Oil prices surged to their highest level since 2022 after the US and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, easing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts warn of volatility.
Is It Lights Out for Ovo Energy? E.ON Deal Near
Ovo Energy nears deal with E.ON to avoid special administration, as founder Stephen Fitzpatrick's combative style and regulatory issues take toll. Also: Aberdeen's pay policy vote and L&G's pension deal with Santander.
AstraZeneca Invests £300M in UK After U-Turn
AstraZeneca reverses course, investing £300M in UK operations after cancelling a £200M lab expansion due to drug pricing disputes. The move follows a US trade deal.
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EU Must Cut Fossil Fuel Dependency, Boost Clean Energy
EU chief warns against overdependency on imported fossil fuels, urges focus on clean energy supply including renewables and nuclear, while addressing Middle East ceasefires.
Small Airports Threatened by Fuel Crisis
Europe's smaller airports face an 'existential threat' as high jet fuel prices and the EU's new entry-exit system could lead to widespread route cancellations.
EcoFlow Reveals OCEAN 2 at Solar and Storage Live London 2026
EcoFlow presents OCEAN 2 Plus, a scalable home battery system at Solar and Storage Live London 2026, offering up to 300 kWh capacity and smart energy management for UK homes.
Renewables Boost UK Security, Minister Says Amid Threats
Energy minister Michael Shanks says widely dispersed wind and solar farms are harder to target than fossil fuel plants, enhancing national security against sabotage.
UK Nuclear Ambition Stalled by Fragmented Governance
Despite bold pledges, UK nuclear projects face delays due to fragmented governance. Experts call for anti-drift mechanisms and a Civil Nuclear Enterprise to deliver on promises.
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Why Biomethane Is Not a Simple Solution for UK Gas
Dr Matilda Dunn warns that expanding biomethane production risks environmental and health harms, including methane leaks and ammonia emissions, and cannot meet over 18% of gas demand.
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