11 activists arrested following Grangemouth protest
The climate action group, This is Rigged, staged protests at the Grangemouth oil refinery and Rothesay Dock oil terminal, leading to the arrest of 11 of its followers.
Stephen Flynn says early shut down of North Sea would risk moving jobs abroad
SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn says an “early shutdown” of oil and gas would lead to North Sea jobs being lost to other countries.
Shell HQ demolition will not save Doonies farm
With Shell announcing the demolition of its former Aberdeen base, some are calling for ETZ to change its plans and spare Doonie's Farm.
Communities hosting green energy projects must get automatic investment, report says
The Government should force developers of wind, solar and grid infrastructure to invest in local communities, a think tank has said.
Can 12 Strangers Agree on Climate Policy? The UK Wants to Find Out
In 2007, a climate change experiment captured the imagination of 60,000 people all over the planet.
Orkney Council to spend £150k to decommission wave device bought for £1
A wave energy convertor bought by Orkney Council for just £1, will be decommissioned costing the council £150,000.
‘Alarm bells ringing’ for union as consortium claims 80% ownership of National Gas
A consortium led by Macquarie Asset Management has signed a deal with National Grid to take on a further 20% of National Gas in a move that is leaving “alarm bells ringing” at GMB Union.
OPITO launch programme to support women working in energy
The safety and skills body, OPITO, has announced its support for a new development programme to support women working in the energy industry.
Watch: Just Stop Oil hit DESNZ offices with trademark orange paint
Just Stop Oil has shared a video of its supporters covering the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) with orange paint.
‘Iconic building’ or ‘eyesore’? Readers react to Shell Aberdeen HQ demolition
News that Shell (LON: SHEL) will demolish its former Aberdeen HQ has sparked debate from readers on the legacy of the building - and rumours on its history.
Liz Truss backs fresh attempt by Tory rebels to end onshore wind ban
Tory MPs including former prime minister Liz Truss are set to launch another attempt to overturn the de facto ban on onshore wind farms after the summer recess.
Fuse Energy Launches as New UK Supplier With Lowest Electricity Prices
Former Revolut Ltd. employees are launching Britain’s first energy supplier in two years, a sign that a more stable market is helping new companies make inroads in the industry.
EnQuest Heather platform to go to Denmark for decommissioning
The EnQuest (LON: ENQ) Heather oil and gas platform will go to Denmark for decommissioning, with a key contract handed out to a yard today.
‘Negative performance’ in renewables will not change Aker’s green ambitions
Despite "negative performance” in its renewables work, Aker ASA says it will not change its strategic direction.
Shell and SSE bosses join PM’s business council
The chief executives of Shell and SSE have been named as two of the 14 members of Rishi Sunak’s business council.
SLB enacts worldwide ban on its Russian operations
SLB, formerly known as Schlumberger, has announced it will be halting shipments of its products and technology into Russia from all its facilities around the globe.
The protestors that ‘occupied’ Grangemouth arrested
The INOES Grangemouth oil refinery was “occupied” by Climate Camp Scotland protestors over the weekend, five of which have been arrested.
Longboat and JAPEX joint venture recieves initial investment of $16 million
Longboat Energy and Japan Petroleum Exploration (JAPEX) have formed a joint partnership with an initial investment of around £12.23 million.
UK government outlines supply chain red flags for CCS development
The UK government has outlined what it sees as the obstacles the country faces within its carbon capture storage supply chain.
Learning by Example: Emergency Powers for the Power Emergency
The United Kingdom faces an alarming energy crisis that can no longer be avoided: The soaring cost of energy poses a significant threat to the nation's economy, leading to higher production prices, increased inflation, and reduced export capacity – and ultimately, economic degradation of the country as a whole.
Acorn CCS developer Storegga doubles down on ’significant investment’
Aberdeen-based Storegga doubled down on spending during 2022 as its costs and investments surged.
Japan to Propose Global Natural Gas Reserve to Avoid Shortages
Japan plans to propose a global stockpile for natural gas, similar to the emergency reserve in the oil sector, to help avoid future shortages and stabilize prices.
OEUK and RGU launch roadmap to deliver up to £90bn for the energy supply chain
Offshore Energies UK (OEUK) has partnered with Robert Gordon University for a roadmap that has the potential to unlock £90 billion for the UK supply chain.
Let’s see the selfies you’re posting on your platforms
Working offshore can provide a perfect backdrop for some stunning selfies, you know you’ve snapped a couple for social media in the past, so let’s see them.
Green hydrogen-powered van to hit the roads of the Granite City
SSE’s team in Aberdeen are road testing First Hydrogen’s new hydrogen-powered van, the first UK utility to do so.