ENA unveils general election manifesto on energy priorities
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) has launched its 2024 general election manifesto. The manifesto emphasises the need for a new government to prioritise the continuous flow of energy while...
View Article‘Inadequate energy storage policy puts Ireland’s renewable targets at risk’
A new report has unveiled critical hurdles obstructing the progress of long duration energy storage (LDES) in Ireland, potentially jeopardising its ambitious renewable energy objectives. Released by...
View ArticleJersey’s energy resilience at risk, official report warns
Jersey’s energy resilience has come under scrutiny in a report released by the Comptroller and Auditor General Lynn Pamment. The report, titled “Critical Infrastructure Resilience – Energy”,...
View ArticleREA outlines key priorities for government’s first 100 days
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) has outlined its vision for the next government‘s first 100 days in office. The REA’s action plan emphasises the critical role of the...
View ArticleLib Dems unveil plan to cut energy bills
The Liberal Democrats have launched their manifesto, emphasising the urgency of addressing climate change and reducing energy bills. The party describes climate change as an existential threat, citing...
View ArticleLabour unveils details for new publicly-owned energy company in manifesto
Labour has announced plans to establish a new publicly-owned company, Great British Energy, as part of its manifesto released today. The company aims to drive investment in clean, home-grown energy...
View ArticleNext government urged to cut offshore wind planning delays
The next government needs to step in to fix delays in approving offshore wind projects across the UK. The Offshore Wind Industry Council (OWIC) released a report today, authored by Aeos and Deloitte,...
View ArticleLabour pledges lower energy bills for Scotland
Rachel Reeves, the Shadow Chancellor for the Labour Party, will outline Labour’s proposed green investment plans during a visit to a Scottish wind farm on Monday. Accompanied by Scottish Labour leader...
View ArticleDozens of Irish wind farms face shutdown without planning reforms
The Irish wind energy sector has raised concerns about the potential closure of numerous wind farms due to outdated planning regulations. Wind Energy Ireland warns that without urgent government...
View ArticleEd Miliband appointed Energy Secretary
Ed Miliband has been appointed as the new Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. Mr Miliband, who served as leader of the Labour Party from 2010 to 2015, has been the Shadow Secretary of...
View ArticleFree electricity for Scotland possible, says Octopus boss
Greg Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of Octopus Energy, stated that Scotland could experience periods of free electricity if Ofgem modified its regulations. Speaking at the Tony Blair Institute for...
View ArticleClaire Coutinho appointed Shadow Energy Secretary
In a recent development within the Conservative Party‘s shadow cabinet, Claire Coutinho has been appointed as the Shadow Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. This appointment comes as...
View ArticleStar Trek’s ‘replicator’ holds key to net zero, says Cambridge professor
“Okay, so what is the solution to climate change? Um, well, I’ve got three possible ideas that I’m going to start with. First of all, there’s the technological solution.” These were the opening words...
View ArticleOfgem seeks more feedback on electricity interconnector rules
Ofgem is extending its consultation on the cap and floor regime for electricity interconnectors included in Window 3. This follows initial consultations in September 2023 on financial parameters for...
View ArticleEDF and Octopus partner to make electricity pricing fair
Two of the UK’s largest energy suppliers, Octopus Energy and EDF have teamed up to introduce Electrify Britain, a campaign focused on slashing energy bills. The initiative advocates for policy changes...
View ArticleKing’s Speech ‘takes brakes off’ Great British Energy
The Labour Government has unveiled its legislative blueprint for Great British Energy, the UK’s publicly owned energy company pivotal to achieving the ‘2030 net zero grid target’. Today, His Majesty...
View ArticleUK on track to miss 2030 emission goals, warn climate advisers
The UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC) has reported that the country is not on course to meet its 2030 emissions reduction target. The committee highlights that only one-third of the required...
View ArticleOfgem implements new ringfencing rules
In April 2023, Ofgem announced a decision to strengthen financial resilience by requiring energy licensees to ringfence Renewables Obligation (RO) receipts for domestic supply starting from the...
View ArticleGreat British Energy: What we know so far
We have heard for months about Great British (GB) Energy, a public energy company that promises to help make Britain energy independent. Before becoming just another social media meme due to its...
View ArticleOctopus boss hails ‘positive’ meeting with Chancellor
Greg Jackson, Chief Executive Officer of Octopus Energy, has expressed optimism following a meeting with Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Mr Jackson described the meeting as “very positive,” noting the new...
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