North-east headteacher says oil-rich parents don’t see problem with children playing truant
A north-east head teacher has claimed that some parents who got rich working in oil “don’t see the value” in making their children attend school.
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Watch: Energy Transition ‘defines’ Baker Hughes
A boss at Baker Hughes has hailed the "innovative atmosphere" and "pioneering spirit" on show at this year's Subsea Expo conference and exhibition in Aberdeen.
Centrica boss blames UK price cap for big losses in 2019
British Gas owner Centrica blamed the new price cap in the UK as it swung into a major loss for the year.
You need to be ‘on the boat’ if you want to make a difference in energy transition
If you want to make a difference, you need to be “on the boat”, according to BP’s Kirsty Salmon.
Energy markets need winter, and climate change is taking it away
Even before the deadly virus struck, another menace confronted the global energy industry: the warmest winter anyone can remember.
Rov to support Arctic activity
Forum Energy Technologies has secured an order to supply a light work-class remotely operated vehicle (Rov) to support Amundsen Science’s Arctic scientific research activities.
Black back in energy sector
Well-SENSE has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of a new director to assist with the company’s growth plans.
Accountancy firm AAB appoints new partners
Anderson Anderson & Brown LLP (AAB) has announced the appointment of new office managing partners.
New £1.2m investment for Aberdeen energy upgrade
A million pound investment in Aberdeen’s electricity network will help restore light after a blackout for one area of the Granite City.
Surge in cheaper energy deals over last 12 months, Which? finds
The number of energy deals priced at under £1,000 a year has surged over the past 12 months, according to analysis from Which?
Update: Boris Johnson to ban sale of petrol and diesel cars after 2035
As part of plans announced during the launch of the COP26 climate conference, Boris Johnson has said a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in the UK will be brought forward to 2035.
Watch: EV event brings digital technology to the fore
Energy Voice hosted an event to shed light on the opportunities presented by digital technology for oil and gas and energy companies.
Ofgem urged to protect customers in pursuit of decarbonisation
A consumer watchdog has urged Ofgem to bring people along on the road to net zero as the regulator presented its plan to help decarbonise the UK.
Former Aberdeen energy firm boss lands new job
A former Aberdeen energy service firm boss has found a new job south of the border.
Customers paying too much for electricity due to low bar set by Ofgem – National Audit Office
Customers have been paying too much for their electricity for seven years because regulator Ofgem set the bar too low for networks, the spending watchdog has said.
Big returns for energy investors leaves customers with £800m bill, spending watchdog claims
Customers have been paying too much for their electricity for seven years as regulator Ofgem set the bar too low for networks, the spending watchdog has said.
Offshore vessels drive increased activity at Aberdeen harbour
Construction and supply boats in the North Sea helped to increase vessel numbers at Aberdeen Harbour last year.
Report: Reducing energy use in transport and homes could save NHS £3.7bn a year
Reducing energy use in transport and homes could help prevent tens of thousands of early deaths and save the NHS £3.7 billion a year, a report has said.
‘Second ever’ Scottish swordfish sighting at North Sea wind farm
Experts have made a rare sighting of a swordfish at what will become the largest wind farm in Scotland.
Sainsbury’s to invest £1bn in ‘net zero’ push
Sainsbury's plans to invest £1 billion towards making its operations "net zero" by 2040 - a decade earlier than the UK's legal goal - it has announced.
Marischal Square defies critics at 75% occupancy
The multiaward-winning Marischal Square developmentin Aberdeen is 75% let just over two years after construction work ended for the £107 million project.
Net zero sacrifices need to have public support to succeed, poll suggests
People are not aware of the changes that will be needed to cut the UK's greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, polling suggests.
Major changes to UK land needed to meet climate change targets, advisors warn
A levy on airlines or fossil fuel companies could be introduced to help pay for a huge boost to woodland planting, Government climate advisers have urged.
First UK citizens’ assembly on climate change planned
People from across the country with a range of views on climate change will gather this weekend for a citizens' assembly on how to cut emissions to net zero.
Finalists announced for the 34th Offshore Achievement Awards
The finalists for this year’s Offshore Achievement Awards (OAA) have been announced, with record entries submitted across a number of categories.