SSE Renewables boss expecting Viking wind farm to deliver near offshore levels of generation
A leading figure behind a major Scottish onshore wind farm says he expects the development to deliver “exceptional” levels of productivity.
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‘Eagerly awaited’ Hydrogen Strategy draws mixed reactions from energy chiefs
Bosses from all corners of the energy sector have shared their thoughts on the UK Government’s flagship Hydrogen Policy.
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We welcome the UK Government’s hydrogen strategy today, it’s a clear sign of the UK’s ambition to be a hydrogen leader and commitment to support a new green sector that will create jobs across the UK.
‘Today marks the start of the UK’s hydrogen revolution’ – Westminster publishes Hydrogen Strategy
The UK Government has pledged to support the advancement of both green and blue hydrogen as part of plans to create a “thriving” low carbon sector.
Siemens Gamesa to invest £186m in Humber blade manufacturing facility
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy is to double the size of its Humber offshore wind turbine blade factory after securing government funding.
Green heating and the homes of the future – join the 10 Point Pod for a fireside chat
Though the energy system of the future will be a far cry from the one in place today, the demands of it will be broadly the same.
Industry group NECCUS announces new CEO as CCS race hots up
Scottish decarbonisation group North East Carbon Capture Utilisation and Storage (NECCUS) has appointed a renewables heavyweight as its new chief executive.
UK govt oil revenues fall 70% as price crash and decommissioning take effect
UK government revenues from oil and gas taxes have plummeted by more than 70% due to effects of the recent price crash and decommissioning repayments.
Call for Government action to drive forward green jobs agenda
The Government should set out a detailed strategy for cutting emissions ahead of UN climate talks, to create green jobs and drive investment in skills, a taskforce has urged.
UK Gov accused of negligence over lack of movement on greenports in Scotland
Westminster has reinforced its pledge to roll out its freeport model in Scotland, despite allegations it is “ignoring” the matter.
Eni enters UK Government’s first CCS tender process
Italian oil and gas major Eni has announced its participation in the UK Government’s first carbon capture and storage tender.
Step up climate action of risk failure at key Cop26 summit, government warned
The Government must rapidly step up action on climate change - or risk undermining "global Britain" and success at key Cop26 talks this year, its advisers have warned.
Urgent action needed to ensure UK can cope with climate impacts, advisers warn
The Government is failing to ensure the UK can cope with the worsening risks of rising temperatures and extreme weather, climate advisers have warned.
Sir Ian Wood: removal of export support for oil and gas supply chain a ‘really bad decision’
Sir Ian Wood has criticised governments for removing overseas trade support for oil and gas activities, saying it won’t reduce carbon emissions “one inch”.
Remote rescue service for offshore wind farms wins government funding
UK offshore wind workers could soon be kept safe using a remotely operated search and rescue service.
Campaigners warn hydrogen policy risks keeping UK hooked on fossil fuels
Government policy on developing hydrogen as a new clean energy source risks keeping the UK hooked on fossil fuels, climate campaigners have warned.
Q&A with UK Export Finance: taking advantage of renewable export opportunities
This year, the government will host COP26, the UN’s global climate change conference, and share how we will reach net-zero emissions by 2050.
Offshore wind developers told to use local content or risk losing subsidy
There are concerns that changes to the UK Government’s Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme could hamper future offshore wind investment decisions.
RenewableUK calls for clean energy tech targets and creation of Just Transition Strategy
A leading trade body is calling on governments across the UK to commit to specific renewables deployment targets ahead of a landmark climate conference later this year.
Shell CFO on UK ‘exploration ban’ proposal and North Sea Transition Deal
The chief financial officer (CFO) of Shell has cautioned that a ban on UK oil and gas exploration would mean “trade-offs” for the energy system.
Shell receives £76m refund as part of UK Government tax scheme
Shell received a refund from the UK Government of around $100 million in 2020, according to new figures.
Talks ongoing with UK Gov to secure support for further rollout of MeyGen
Simec Atlantis Energy is in talks with UK Government to aid the expansion of the world’s largest tidal energy project.
Transition deal hailed for recognising industry’s role, but some reserving judgement
Energy sector figures have hailed the North Sea Transition Deal for recognising the oil and gas industry’s key role in the UK’s shift to net zero.
Big Oil: Time for a spin-off?
With Covid-19 continuing to impact the profitability of the supermajors, Ano Kuhanathan, sector advisor at trade credit insurer, Euler Hermes, argues that now is the time for the supermajors/Big Oil to start spinning off their renewables divisions.
Retrofitting ‘revolution’ could create 150,000 new jobs before 2030, says Bankers for Net Zero
The UK Government is being urged to seize the “major” economic, environmental and political opportunities presented by retrofitting homes.