Centrica prepared to ‘walk away’ from Sizewell C
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British energy supplier Centrica is prepared to “walk away” from a planned investment in the Sizewell C nuclear plant, according to its chief executive.
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UK needs to act to take lead in £31-trillion nuclear fusion industry
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Centrica prepared to ‘walk away’ from Sizewell C
British energy supplier Centrica is prepared to “walk away” from a planned investment in the Sizewell C nuclear plant, according to its chief executive.
UK needs to act to take lead in £31-trillion nuclear fusion industry
The UK government needs to act now to attract companies in order to take the lead in the global nuclear fusion industry – which could be worth up to £31 trillion, new research has said.
UK and US announce £40m joint nuclear fusion energy project
The UK and US governments will invest £40.5 million in a joint project aimed at commercialising nuclear fusion energy.
Nuclear to play “essential role” in clean power plan, Ed Miliband says
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Torness extends life as EDF forges on with more nuclear power
Scotland's only nuclear power plant, Torness in Dunbar, will generate power until 2030 following a £1.3 billion investment from EDF.
Nuclear fusion: neither imminent nor relevant to climate change
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Energy transition requires extra $1.75tn a year – report
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Budget cuts at Sellafield increases the risk of a ‘devastating consequences’ at the world’s biggest plutonium stockpile
GMB Union has warned UK chancellor Rachel Reeves to steer clear of funding cuts for UK nuclear sites in Wednesday's budget.
Viaro progresses nuclear plan for North Sea offshore assets
North Sea operator Viaro Energy is continuing its focus on nuclear power after forming a strategic partnership with reactor technology developer Terrestrial Energy.
Aberdeen’s Ventex snaps up ‘hidden gem’ nuclear ROV specialist
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Rolls Royce makes shortlist for UK’s new mini nuclear plants
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Labour backs nuclear – but at what cost?
With new funding announced for the prospective Sizewell C plant, the government seems committed to nuclear power. However, the cost of nuclear newbuild in the UK is staggering and, even if built, sufficient new capacity will not arrive soon enough to help mitigate climate change. UK electricity consumers should hope that the target of 24 GW of nuclear capacity by 2050 slips into obscurity.
Nuclear will ‘leave legacy of debt and radioactive waste’, says Slater
Nuclear power would “leave a legacy of debt and radioactive waste for generations to come”, the Scottish Greens have said.
UK government aims to build next large nuclear plant in Wales
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UK awards £196m grant to build Europe’s first next generation nuclear fuel facility
The UK government has awarded a £196 million grant to build the first next generation nuclear fuel facility in Europe in a bid to further isolate Russia from global energy markets.
Climate change, water, and the energy transition – managing the balance
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UK pledges £350m for nuclear defence and energy by 2030
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Viaro Energy to explore using mini nuclear reactors to decarbonise offshore assets
Viaro Energy signs agreement with startup Newcleo to assess using nuclear power for existing and future North Sea assets
Net Zero economy grew 9% in 2023 to be worth £74bn, report says
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Altrad completes ‘year of integration’ following transformative growth
Engineering firm Altrad Group has surpassed €5.3 billion (£4.5bn) in revenue for the 2023 financial year, an increase of 38% on its 2022 results after two years of "transformative growth".
UK in talks with Hitachi over Welsh nuclear plant site
The UK government is holding early-stage talks to buy a site in Wales to build a nuclear power plant, a move aimed at reviving Britain’s ageing nuclear fleet, the Financial Times reported.
New dawn for emissions-free nuclear merchant shipping?
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Exclusive: Three60 Energy acquires Pryme Group and Flexlife to create £200m revenue business
Aberdeen-based energy services firm Three60 Energy has announced it will acquire fellow Scottish firms Pryme Group and Flexlife, creating a £200 million revenue business.
UK Risks Power Supply Crunch in January as Nuclear Plants Halt
The UK’s National Grid Plc is preparing for a possible power crunch in January as several planned nuclear outages coincide with peak winter demand.
Confirmation of nuclear as environmentally sustainable removes uncertainty – now to build confidence
In the Spring Budget, the Chancellor confirmed nuclear as “environmentally sustainable” removing an element of uncertainty which will enable the UK to plan and finance nuclear energy infrastructure in the long term. However, building confidence in technology and equipment will be key for the UK Government in delivering new nuclear power generation.