SNP accuse Westminster of investing in “energy of the past” after Hinkley go-ahead
The SNP has accused the UK Government of investing in “the energy of the past” after plans for a new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point got the green light.
Scottish Conservatives claim fracking stance of government “exposed”
The SNP's stance on fracking has been branded as "illogical" and "out of kilter" with its broader energy policy, according to a think-tank.
Top Shell news from this week
This week has seen a number of announcements from oil major Shell including the divestment of its downstream assets in Denmark.
Gazprom wants 25% stake in OMV’s Norwegian assets
Gazprom is said to want more than 25% of OMV's Norwegian North Sea holding company.
In case you missed them, Energy Voice’s Friday Five
Each week, Energy Voice pulls together the Friday Five.
Chinese firm targets Bradwell deal after Hinkley point nuclear plant green light
The Chinese firm helping to build the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point is to submit a design for another site after the Government go-ahead for the £18 billion project.
Chesapeake loses appeal against $438m investor payment
A federal appeals court has rejected Chesapeake Energy's bid to avoid having to pay $438.7million to investors in a bond dispute.
‘Controversial’ measures may be considered to cut emissions, MSPs told
Nicola Sturgeon has said she may have to consider “controversial” measures to cut Scotland’s greenhouse gases.
Trio of firms vying for BP stake in Chinese petrochemical joint venture
A trio of chemical companies are said to be vying for BP's stake in the Chinese petrochemical joint venture SECCO.
Shell strikes deal for $80m sale of its downstream Danish assets
Oil major Shell said it has reached an $80million deal with Dansk Olieselskab for the sale of its assets in Denmark.
Alex Salmond: Commons vote on Hinkley would help ‘name and shame’ supporters
MPs should be given a vote over the Hinkley Point nuclear power station so those who support it can be “named and shamed”, Alex Salmond has said.
Energy sector change could leave ‘base load’ power stations relics of past
At an estimated cost of £30 billion to the bill-payer, the new Hinkley Point nuclear power plant has sparked accusations of being a huge white elephant.
Shell said to be planning drilling offshore Tanzania
Oil major Shell said it is planning to start drilling offshore Tanzania later on this year.
Video: Bernie Sanders warns US doesn’t need “more pipelines”
Former US Democrat presidential candidate said the US needs to “transform” its energy system and not “build more pipelines”.
Expro could fall under control of investment funds – reports
Expro could soon fall under the control of a quartet of investment funds as part of a financial overhaul, according to reports.
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.
Asia’s second richest man takes legal action against Goldman Sachs over gas company
Asia’s second richest man has taken legal action against Goldman Sachs over $15.9million which was allegedly incorrectly charged related to his takeover of an Australian gas company.
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.
Opinion: Production figures were first real test on government tax breaks
Yesterday’s figures on oil and gas, for the first time in a long time, gave the sector some positive news.
Opinion: Our oil and gas industry is a significant asset for Scotland
Our oil and gas industry is a significant asset for Scotland.
Video: Animation of Hinkley Point construction
This footage shows how the Hinkley Point nuclear project could be constructed.
Shell brings final of six wells online at Corrib
The final of six wells at Shell's Corrib project on the West cost of Ireland has now been brought online.
Hundreds of jobs at risk at Scottish energy firm
A major employer in the Highlands has confirmed it is planning for redundancies amid “extremely difficult times” caused by the oil and gas downturn.
Chinese businessman snaps up Australian petrol station for $5m
A Chinese businessman has spent $5million on some unusual real estate after acquiring a petrol station.
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.