Scottish green hydrogen projects among three to sign government contracts
Two Scottish green hydrogen projects are among the first of three to sign contracts with the UK government under the first hydrogen allocation round (HAR1).
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UK’s clean energy transition ‘unjust’ if only China benefits, government warned
A nationwide drive towards clean energy and meeting the UK's net zero emissions target will "not be just" if it benefits only Chinese companies, it has been warned at Westminster.
Starmer: UK and Norway two of best-placed countries for carbon capture
Sir Keir Starmer has said that the UK and Norway are “probably two of the best-placed countries in the world” when it comes to carbon capture.
Early consultations could help speed up Scottish energy consenting
The UK and Scottish governments have finished a consultation that proposes enshrining early stakeholder engagement in the consent process for energy infrastructure projects.
UK oil and gas firm looks to Middle East amid North Sea uncertainty
For many North Sea oil and gas supply chain firms, attending the annual ADIPEC conference in the Middle East has been a key part of efforts to expand internationally.
Labour confirms budget funding for HAR1 green hydrogen projects
The UK Labour government has confirmed £2 billion of funding for 11 green hydrogen projects in its Autumn Budget.
GB Energy chair will not be based in Aberdeen
Jurgen Maier, the publicly owned energy company’s boss, will be staying hundreds of miles away.
North Sea investment allowance changes could have greater impact than EPL raise
University of Aberdeen research warns of potential impact from proposed EPL changes, but Treasury says it is "right that the oil and gas sector contributes" to UK energy transition.
Government advisers call for 81% cut in UK emissions by 2035
UK greenhouse gas emissions should be cut by at least 81% by 2035 as part of global efforts to tackle climate change, Government advisers have said.
Why the EPL is putting both our North Sea industry and climate change goals at risk
The Autumn Budget is a chance for the government to make a bold statement on the energy transition.
The fate of North Sea oil and gas: ‘It didn’t have to be this way’
This year I retired after a half century working in the UK oil and gas industry. My experience was of a fine industry which achieved stunning feats of engineering excellence and delivered economic prosperity for the UK.
Labour promises to make Scotland ‘clean energy superpower’ with GB Energy
Labour has promised that GB Energy will make Scotland a “clean energy superpower”.
Windfall tax concern ‘looms large’ over north-east businesses
The windfall tax on the North Sea energy sector remains a key concern for north-east businesses ahead of this month’s budget, according to a survey.
Labour talks up Grangemouth skills package, but union slams ‘smoke and mirrors’
The UK government said it is "stepping up plans" to support workers at the Grangemouth refinery ahead of its closure, but a leading union has criticised the support package as "smoke and mirrors".
Ed Miliband denies Labour ‘snubbed’ Aberdeenshire carbon capture project
The energy secretary visited Aberdeen on Thursday where he was asked about long-awaited funding for the Acorn project in St Fergus, Aberdeenshire.
Energy secretary talks Scotland investment in Aberdeen visit
UK energy secretary Ed Miliband is set to visit Aberdeen on Thursday, promoting billions of potential funding and policy measures to support Scotland's energy sector.
Salamander boss calls for government backing for smaller floating wind projects
As Salamander continues to await government approval, project director Hugh Yendole calls for support for innovation projects.
The wait for pumped storage hydro support in Scotland continues
The wait for pumped storage hydro cap and floor clarity continues as government says industry will learn more ‘in due course’.
UK energy sector reacts to GB Energy headquarters announcement
The UK energy sector has welcomed confirmation that GB Energy's headquarters will be based in Aberdeen, but called for more clarity over the government's energy policy.
‘Climate Change Act 2’ essential to UK, industrialist Dale Vince to tell Labour
Green industrialist Dale Vince will join campaigners calling on Labour to introduce stronger environmental protections.
Government not ‘sleepwalking’ over Grangemouth, says Starmer
The Prime Minister has said his Government is not “sleepwalking” into potential “industrial devastation” over the closure of the Grangemouth refinery.
Ed Miliband says Labour will take on clean energy ‘blockers’
Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband has vowed to “take on the blockers, the delayers, the obstructionists” to build clean energy infrastructure.
National Grid agrees £630m sale of electricity system operator to UK government
National Grid has reached an agreement with the UK government to sell its Electricity System Operator (ESO) for £630 million.
Petroineos confirms Grangemouth will shut in 2025 with loss of 400 jobs
Grangemouth operator Petroineos has confirmed Scotland's only oil refinery will cease operations in the second quarter of 2025, leading to a net loss of 400 jobs.
GB Energy scouts for office space in Aberdeen
Efforts to find an office for Labour’s new GB Energy headquarters in Aberdeen are under way, Energy Voice sister publication the P&J can reveal.