redT energy wins a battery of storage agreements
Scottish energy storage company redT energy has signed a number of partnership contracts, including agreements with Central & Eastern European and South East Asian distributors.
Scottish Government willing to go it alone on carbon capture, reveals energy minister
Scotland’s energy minister, Paul Wheelhouse, has confirmed that carbon capture and storage plans in the north-east are not reliant on UK Government support.
Scottish Greens hope ‘end is in sight’ in fight to ban fracking
The Scottish Greens have said they hope the “end is in sight” in their long-running campaign to ban fracking.
Kimberly-Clark looks to renewable energy to power American operations
The purchase of energy from two wind farms will enable the company to outstrip their greenhouse reduction commitments by four years.
UK businesses must invest in the growth of energy managers, says Inenco report
New research from leading business energy consultancy Inenco has provided insight into how the role of the energy manager will change by 2030, and has highlighted the level of investment needed if businesses are to future-proof their operations.
Nuclear power backed by Japanese commission despite Fukushima concerns
Japan’s nuclear policy-setting Atomic Energy Commission has called for nuclear power to remain a key component of the country’s energy supply despite broad public support for a less nuclear-reliant society.
New Scottish borders wind farm could be rolling into Barrel Law
North Lanarkshire based company ABO Wind has submitted a planning application to Scottish Borders Council for a new onshore wind farm.
Could kinetic carpet power home lighting through footsteps?
A new concept mocked up by a leading interiors specialist illustrates what a future powered by footfall might look like.
Record number of home energy systems installed across Europe
About 40,000 households across the EU were installed with a Home Energy Management system in 2016, according to a report published by an energy research group.
Video: Statoil platform twists and turns – with inches to spare
Norwegian operator Statoil has upgraded a platform - and the move was carried out with just inches to spare at the dock in Norway.
More than £650k made available for Scottish tidal technology
A technology quango is looking to push the boundaries of what kind of Scottish weather that wave energy devices can survive by funding 13 innovative projects.
US withdrawal from Paris Agreement hasn’t dampened renewable enthusiasm
A survey has shown that US corporations and institutions are honouring their climate change promises and strengthening their interest in renewable energies.
Two Texan companies enter Gulf of Mexico drilling treaty
Texas South Energy and GulfSlope Energy have combined to jointly drill a minimum of three exploratory wells for oil and gas prospects.
Ofgem decision to finally bring battery storage to UK solar market
Renewables company, Anesco, has gained accreditation to supply energy storage batteries to the UK solar farm market.
Chevron to make $1million donation to Hurricane Irma relief
The financial commitment made by the company includes a $600,000 contribution to the American Red Cross to support immediate relief efforts.
World’s first tidal-generated hydrogen created on Orkney
Sustainable hydrogen gas has been produced for the first time from tidal energy.
Shell to offload its Iraqui West Qurna 1 assets
Shell plans to sell off its 20% stake in one of Iraq’s largest oil fields, a news report said.
Thousands have energy restored as Storm Aileen batters parts of UK
Thousands of homes were left without power and travel was disrupted as Storm Aileen hit the UK.
Tidal turbine produces 7% of Orkney’s energy demand in a week
The world’s largest and most powerful tidal turbine has produced 7% of Orkney’s energy demand in a week.
VIDEO: Experience a bird’s-eye view of Aberdeen Harbour expansion
Take in the full majesty of the Aberdeen Harbour expansion thanks to drone footage.
Gina Krog vessel caught fire while docked in Norway
More than 130 crew members had to be evacuated from the FSO intended for Statoil's Gina Krog field.
New vessel joins Sentinel Marine’s North Sea fleet
Christened at Aberdeen Harbour, a new emergency response and rescue vessel (ERRV) has been deployed within the North Sea.
Alpha Petroleum recruits manager to spearhead Cheviot development
Alpha Petroleum has appointed a former BG Group engineering chief to spearhead the Cheviot field development in the North Sea.
Solar firms stockpile panels in expectation of US tariff bite back
Solar developers are suspending construction as the looming threat of U.S. import tariffs has driven up prices and spurred hoarding, crimping panel supplies.
Motorists paying more for fuel, according to new figures
Motorists have been hit with the largest weekly increase in fuel prices since early January, new data shows.