UK Government to support creation of offshore wind supply chain with new investment programme
UK Government has launched a new initiative with the aim of supporting the creation of a domestic renewables supply chain.
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CCS branded ‘dangerous distraction’ after report questions technology’s practical use
Environmental campaigners have branded carbon capture and storage (CCS) a “dangerous distraction” from the urgent need to decarbonise the energy sector.
Updated: UK Government announce turnaround on onshore wind policy
The UK Government has announced a turnaround on its land-standing policy ban on onshore wind.
The Green Finance Strategy is the next step to decarbonising the economy
Following the Government's target of net zero emissions by 2050, the recent publication of the Green Finance Strategy, endorsed by both the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and Treasury, represents an initial steppingstone to achieving a carbon neutral economy.
Wind council to work with World Bank in ’emerging’ offshore markets
The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has announced it will work with World Bank to help promote an intergovernmental forum on "emerging offshore wind markets".
More onshore wind development ‘not right for England’, Government says
Westminster has said that more onshore wind development is "not right for England" as public opinion in favour of the technology has soared in the UK.
MPs urge energy minister to back marine power
More than 90 members of Parliament have signed a letter asking UK energy minister Claire Perry to back measures of support fo the UK marine energy sector.
Oil and gas sector deal ‘unlikely’ after ministers reject report
A sector deal for the oil and gas industry is now “unlikely” after ministers rebuffed the recommendations of an influential Commons committee, it has been claimed.
Drivers see fuel prices ‘rocket’ over last six weeks
Motorists have been hit with a hike in fuel prices in recent weeks which have added up to £3 to the cost of filling up, official figures show.
Updated: Union anger as UK energy minister ‘unable to attend’ wind summit
Union officials have hit out after Westminster said UK Energy Minister Claire Perry would not attend next week's offshore wind summit in Edinburgh.
Clarity needed on decommissioning costs, say MPs
Significant uncertainty remains over the multibillion-pound cost to the taxpayer of decommissioning offshore oil and gas assets, MPs have said.
Government view on decom either ‘very naive or disingenuous’
The recent Energy Voice article covering the chief executive of the OGA, Andy Samuel’s evidence to the inquiry into the public cost of decommissioning oil and gas infrastructure at Westminster, prompted me to review the minutes of the session.
UK Capacity Market suspended after ‘landmark’ fossil fuel ruling
The UK's Capacity Market has been suspended following a challenge by a clean energy firm.
EU energy contracts ‘may be compromised’ in case of ‘no deal’ Brexit
A new plan put forth by the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) has warned that some energy contacts with EU countries "may be compromised" in the case of 'no deal' with Brussels over Brexit.
Lack of public say on fracking ‘Orwellian move’, says climate chief
The Scottish boss of a prominent climate group has called the lack of public opinion taking and consultation on fracking an "Orwellian move" by the UK Government.
Changes to Contracts for Difference rules to cost UK consumers £100m a year
An investigation into rule changes made to the Contracts for Difference (CfD) second auction round has found that it will increase costs to UK consumers by £100 million a year.
Renewable Heat Incentive ‘failed to provide value’, finds Commons committee
A green energy scheme set up to boost renewable and low-carbon heating has failed to meet its objectives or provide value for the expected £23 billion cost to taxpayers, according to an influential Commons committee.
Good Energy TV ad banned due to ‘0% carbon dioxide’ claim
An advert for one of Britain’s largest renewable energy suppliers has been banned for claiming the electricity it supplies emits no carbon dioxide.
European Commission will not block Scotland’s remote island wind projects
Remote Scottish island communities have welcomed the news that the European Commission will not stand in their way when submitting wind farm plans in the next Contract for Difference (CfD) auction round.
Energy bill cap urgently required as millions being ‘ripped off’, say committee
Energy price cap plans must be introduced urgently to stop millions of loyal and vulnerable customers being ripped off, a powerful committee has told the Government.
UK and France agree closer energy collaboration
Closer collaboration has been agreed between the UK and France on smart energy and the rollout of electric vehicles.
All left to play for as OGA set out Vision 2035
It’s exactly three years since I joined the OGA, and alongside the chief executive and team members, we worked with our colleagues in DECC (now part of BEIS) to decide how, against the backdrop of the colossal challenges staring the industry in the face, we could build the Oil and Gas Authority to support industry and make a meaningful difference.
UK Government to seek ‘close association’ with nuclear regulator Euratom post-Brexit
The Government is aiming to maintain its role in European nuclear research after leaving the body responsible for regulating the industry across the continent, it has been announced.
BEIS announce 12% gender gap on pay and bonuses
The UK Government Department for Business, Energy and Innovation Strategy (BEIS) has released figures showing and average 12% pay gap across pay and bonuses.
Onshore wind generation soars by 50% in 2017
A report published by the UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy has found that - among other renewable rises - onshore wind generation rose by 50%.