Climate groups back North Sea clean power overhaul
The UK government said on Wednesday that it plans to overhaul the North Sea as part of a mission to become a clean energy superpower.
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KEY Energy Transition Expo kicks off with full programme of international events on energy efficiency
The KEY Energy Transition Expo returns from 5-7 March at Rimini Expo Centre, Italy, with a full programme of international events.
KEY Energy Transition Expo set to get underway in Italy
Over 1,000 exhibitors and delegations from 48 countries will gather in Rimini, Italy next week for KEY - The Energy Transition Expo.
Charging Forward: UK battery storage projects reach startup, grid delays and more
Energy Voice takes a look at major developments in the UK energy storage sector in the latest edition of Charging Forward.
The Emperor’s New Clothes: Will supermajors survive the energy transition?
Oil and gas supermajors' swan legs are kicking frantically below the surface as they attempt to navigate the energy transition. In the first of a two-part series, we examine Equinor's approach.
UK government urged to ‘make a decision’ quickly on zonal pricing
Delays to a decision on zonal electricity pricing are an "albatross around the neck" of UK renewable energy developers, a parliamentary committee has heard.
BP is not moving fast enough in the energy transition
An impending ban on petrol cars and an upcoming government review of drilling licences has created a perfect storm for supermajors.
Why we need a different approach to net zero in 2025
Since the publication of the UK government’s Clean Power 2030 Action Plan late last year, we’ve seen a renewed focus on the country’s energy transition.
UK on track to miss 2030 clean power targets, research suggests
The Government is projected to miss its revised targets for developing new solar and wind power by 2030, according to new research.
Scottish and UK government must work together, GB Energy inquiry told
The UK’s climate tsar Emma Pinchbeck warned against getting “left behind” in the energy transition.
BlackRock low-carbon ‘transition’ fund turns up the heat on green steel
BlackRock has launched a new low-carbon “transition” fund that will invest in decarbonising materials such as steel.
‘There is no ban, and we do have a plan’, Sarwar tells North Sea critics
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar defended his party’s energy policies and denied there has been a “ban” on new exploration licences in the North Sea.
Charging Forward: ‘Formidable’ battery investment in Scotland, China starts installing world’s largest compressed air project, and more
Energy Voice takes a look at major developments in the UK energy storage sector in the latest edition of Charging Forward.
Is Glasgow poised to become the UK’s energy tech and innovation hub?
Aberdeen is the home of GB Energy. Edinburgh is the clean energy capital. Is Glasgow poised to emerge as the UK hub for energy tech and innovation?
Record hot 2024 was first year to break 1.5C warming threshold, scientists say
Last year was the hottest on record and the first to breach a key global warming threshold of 1.5C above pre-industrial temperatures, scientists said.
What would zonal electricity pricing mean for Scotland?
The UK government expects to make a decision on the introduction of zonal pricing by mid-2025, but what would it mean for Scotland if the plans go ahead?
John Swinney says budget will ‘maximise’ Scotland’s potential as energy leader
The First Minister has said the proposed Budget will "maximise our potential as an energy leader" in green power and net zero.
Penspen to deliver major European hydrogen project from Aberdeen office
UK-headquartered energy consultancy Penspen has secured a contract to assess the feasibility of introducing hydrogen blending on a major European gas pipeline.
Death, taxes and the future of the North Sea
Nothing can be said to be certain except death and taxes - though in recent times the exact nature of those taxes has become a source of much uncertainty for many of those operating in the North Sea.
Charging Forward: Moray Council approves RES battery storage project, major BESS plans at Teesworks and more
Energy Voice takes a look at major developments in the UK energy storage sector in the latest edition of Charging Forward.
Pylon wars: Battle between builders and ‘blockers’ mounts across UK
Plans to build thousands of new pylons in rural areas to meet the Government's clean power targets are sparking backlash in communities across the UK.
Preparing the future energy workforce through regional and industry collaboration
Throughout 2024, we’ve seen continued geopolitical insecurity, economic uncertainty and political change across the world, all of which impacts something fundamental to how we live our lives, energy.
UK industry minister says hydrogen “must be at the heart” of growth plans
UK minister of state for industry, Sarah Jones, has said she is convinced hydrogen should “be at the heart” of plans to grow the economy and reach net zero by 2050.
Majority of Brits support net zero – but only a third willing to pay for it
Just one third of British energy consumers are willing to pay higher bills to support the UK net-zero transition, according to a report.
UK’s clean energy transition ‘unjust’ if only China benefits, government warned
A nationwide drive towards clean energy and meeting the UK's net zero emissions target will "not be just" if it benefits only Chinese companies, it has been warned at Westminster.