COP26 President urges governments to dip into UK’s offshore wind expertise
A senior government figure has encouraged countries around the world to dip into the UK’s offshore wind knowledge.
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UK ‘too reliant’ on gas says renewables boss as energy crisis continues
A renewables chief has blamed the current energy crisis on the UK’s reliance on gas, arguing its left consumers “exposed” to market fluctuations.
Research shows global offshore wind project pipeline exceeds 400GW
The total pipeline of offshore wind projects around the world currently stands at more than 400 gigawatts (GW), according to new research.
Offshore wind will be ‘lynchpin’ of net zero, says new UK energy minister
The UK’s new energy minister has described offshore wind as the “lynchpin” in bringing emissions down to net zero.
Calls for UK to ‘raise the ambition’ for floating wind at opening of industry event
A renewables leader has called on the UK to ‘raise the ambition’ for floating wind during the opening of an industry event in Aberdeen.
‘Today marks the start of the UK’s hydrogen revolution’ – Westminster publishes Hydrogen Strategy
The UK Government has pledged to support the advancement of both green and blue hydrogen as part of plans to create a “thriving” low carbon sector.
RenewableUK unveils new directors in latest board election results
RenewableUK has announced the results its latest annual board election, including two new members and one who has been re-elected.
Crown Estate launches forum to tackle CCUS, offshore wind space conundrum
A new group has been launched in order to unlock co-location opportunities for offshore wind and carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS).
Offshore wind developers told to use local content or risk losing subsidy
There are concerns that changes to the UK Government’s Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme could hamper future offshore wind investment decisions.
RenewableUK calls for clean energy tech targets and creation of Just Transition Strategy
A leading trade body is calling on governments across the UK to commit to specific renewables deployment targets ahead of a landmark climate conference later this year.
UK offshore wind sector predicts 43,000 new jobs, £60billion investment by 2026
The number of jobs in the UK offshore wind industry will swell by more than 43,000 within the next five years, according to a new report.
Offshore wind increasingly hot ticket for apprentices
Offshore wind is fast becoming the hottest industry to be if you’re an aspiring low carbon energy apprentice looking for adventure.
UK on cusp of battery boom to boost renewable power supply
Developers of batteries in the UK have projects on the go that would increase the country’s capacity more than 14 times what it is today.
Siemens Engines CEO to take over the reins at RenewableUK
RenewableUK has announced current Siemens Engines CEO Dan McGrail as its new chief executive, effective from May.
Equinor renewables boss to join Aker Solutions
The head of Equinor’s UK renewable operations has announced he is leaving the company after more than a decade.
Hornsea Three wind farm approval a ‘gamble’ with future of ‘globally important’ sea birds
The UK Government’s decision to green light plans for a major offshore wind farm has sparked concerns about the potential impact on sea birds.
UK Government could support 42,000 jobs annually by 2035 by switching focus to renewables
The credit export wing of the UK Government could support tens of thousands of jobs in the coming years if it switches its focus from oil and gas to renewables, according to a new study.
UK Government urged to set cost reduction targets for renewable hydrogen
The UK Government is being urged to set cost reduction targets for renewable hydrogen in order to provide cheap energy for consumers.
National Grid joins forces with TenneT to drive North Sea offshore wind growth
Green energy produced by UK and Dutch North Sea wind farms could soon be fed into both countries domestic systems as part of efforts to hit net zero carbon goals.
Trade bodies announce new partnership aimed at driving net-zero transition
A trio of trade bodies have announced a new partnership to help promote and drive the transition to a net zero economy.
RenewableUK event aims to give youngsters head start in offshore wind industry
A renewable energy trade body is launching a new online event aimed at getting youngsters interested in offshore wind.
UK Government can create 12,000 renewables jobs by ‘lifting capacity caps’, trade body claims
A clean energy trade body has urged the UK Government to “lift capacity caps” to entice £20 billion of investment and create 12,000 renewables jobs.
Highly-skilled North Sea workforce must be ‘retrained and redeployed’ for low-carbon work – CCC report
The UK’s highly-skilled oil and gas workforce must be ‘retrained and redeployed’ to work in low carbon industries, according to advisors.
UK Government delays go-ahead for two giant North Sea offshore wind projects
The UK Government has delayed the go-ahead for two giant offshore wind farms due to be built in the Southern North Sea.
Continued high level of public support for renewable energy, new poll shows
The UK public continue to support the growth of renewable energy, a new poll has shown.