“Low key” Hinkley Point signing ceremony expected today
A signing ceremony is expected to be held to finalise the deal to build the first new UK nuclear power station in a generation.
Renewables/Energy Transition
ReNew News: GE Renewable Energy completes first phase of Myrtah project
GE Renewable Energy has completed construction of 30 turbines for Myrtah Energy.
Elon Musk-led solar firm accused of trade secrets law breach
SolarCity Corp., the rooftop solar developer controlled by Elon Musk, was accused of misappropriating trade secrets and other intellectual property in a lawsuit over the development of shingled-cell solar modules.
Wind turbines “causing bats’ lungs to explode”
Environmental campaigners fear windfarms are causing the lungs of millions of bats to explode every year.
Work starts on controversial Dava Moor windfarm project
Work has started on a controversial windfarm project on a famous Highland moor.
Poll says 60% willing to fly less to address climate change
As many as six out of 10 people would be prepared to fly less in the next year to help tackle climate change, a survey suggests.
Eni, Sonatrach sign agreement for renewables in Algeria
Eni said it has reached a strategic agreement with Sonatrach for the implementation of renewable energy in Algeria.
Dong Energy plans ‘multi-million pound’ UK offshore wind hub
Plans for the east coast of England to become a hub for the emerging offshore wind industry received a boost Thursday, after Dong Energy A/S said it would invest in a “multi-billion pound” facility at the mouth of the river Humber.
Chief executive ditches 100K-a-year job to set up sustainable energy firm
Imagine having a salary in excess of 100,000 euros, a chief executive position at a large corporation, and the steadfast support of your boss, all by the age of 26.
Oil services find hope in giant windmills anchored to ocean bed
Gulf Island Fabrication Inc. has for decades built hulking platforms to extract oil and natural gas from the seabed. With the collapse of offshore drilling, the company has turned to helping harvest another energy resource: wind.
ReNew News: Fugro reduces downtime at Rampion offshore windfarm
Fugro has created an innovative development for its work class remotely operated vehicles.
Paris pact on climate change edges closer to approval
Some 60 countries have now ratified the world’s first comprehensive climate deal, meeting one of two thresholds needed to bring the agreement into force.
Solar energy on brownfield sites to bring commercial boost for Ireland
Solar energy development on brownfield sites in Ireland could reach as much as 3GW beacuse of increasing commercial advantages, according to reports.
Electric car subsidy claims plunge after payments reduced
The number of motorists claiming a Government subsidy for new electric cars has plummeted to the lowest level in two years after the amount of money available was cut, figures show.
First Dounreay radioactive material flight to US takes off “in secret”, report says
The first transfer of radioactive material from Dounreay to the US as part of an agreement between London and Washington took place at the weekend, a news report said.
Hydro firm generates £55m for Highland economy in 8 months
A hydroelectric company has generated £55 million for the Highland economy so far this year as it advances with an ambitious build programme.
Amec Foster Wheeler wins renewables deal
Amec Foster Wheeler has won a renewables deal for the Tees Renewable Energy Plant in Teeside, UK.
Chinese firms consider acquisition of National Grid network
Chinese firms are eyeing a deal to snap up a stake in a UK gas distribution network as the Government gives final approval for the £18billion China-backed Hinkley nuclear project.
Ecosse wraps up work on £5m seabed clearance project
Banchory-based engineering firm Ecosse Subsea Systems said yesterday it had finished work on a £5million contract to clear the seabed for an offshore wind farm.
First Bus low carbon award not to be poo-pooed
The bus division of Aberdeen-based transport giant FirstGroup has won an award for its efforts to reduce emissions from its fleet, which include the development of a "poo-powered" vehicle.
Oriana Energy moves ahead with Puerto Rico solar plant, creates 1,000 construction jobs
Oriana Energy said it has commenced energisation of a 45MW solar power plant in Puerto Rico.
NIA says Hinkley green light boost for UK
The Nuclear Industry Association (NIA) has said the final approval of Hinkley Point is a welcome boost for the UK's nuclear industry.
ReNew News: Wind energy costs could drop by up to 41%
The cost of producing electricity from wind power could drop by up to a third by 2030, according to new findings by the US Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
Acquila Capital acquires pair of German wind parks
Acquila Capital has acquired two operational wind parks in Germany.
Amec, EDF joint venture takes on Lewis wind farm project
A joint venture between Amec Foster Wheeler and EDF Energy Renewables has bought the biggest planned green power development on the Western Isles.