Boss of EUA warns industrial strategy “contradicts” current government policies
The boss of the Energy & Utilities Alliance (EUA) has welcomed the UK Government's industrial strategy but said it "contradicts" current policies.
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OMV completes sale of British business to Siccar Point Energy
OMV said it has closed its divestment of its British business to Siccar Point Energy.
Aker Solutions to make up to 650 job losses in UK, Norway and India
Aker Solutions said it would be making further job cuts across its operations.
UK industrial output rises more than forecast on oil, gas
UK industrial production rose more than economists forecast in November, led by a surge in oil and gas as a major North Sea field resumed operations.
Exclusive: Centrica to cut 90 positions from its European operations including Aberdeen, Morecambe Bay
Centrica has cut 90 jobs from across its European operations.
Manufacturing output at highest level since mid-2014
Manufacturing output has hit a two-and-a-half year high, but businesses have warned they may be forced to raise prices as input costs jump on the back of the weaker pound.
Firm aims to generate ‘green gas’ at sites planned for fracking
A renewable energy firm has submitted planning applications for schemes to generate “green gas” from grass - on sites where fracking is planned.
France, UK seen as trouble spots for power supply this winter
France and the U.K. are the two nations in Europe most at risk of power shortages this winter, particularly if there is a cold snap in early December or January.
Paris climate change agreement to be ratified by UK
The UK is set to ratify the world’s first comprehensive agreement on tackling climate change after Parliament raised no objections to the deal.
Energy firms must treat customers fairly, Business Secretary warns
Business Secretary Greg Clark is warning the energy companies they must treat customers fairly and not try to exploit their loyalty.
Millions pay too much for energy thinking they have cheapest tariff, says survey
Millions of British households are paying more for their energy than they need to because of the mistaken belief they are on the cheapest tariff, a survey suggests.
Britain ‘will have to invest eye-wateringly large sums just to keep lights on’
Britain will need to invest “eye-wateringly large sums of money” just to keep the lights on, according to Philip Hammond.
Portal to document aging renewables assets in UK and France
A portal has been created to provide new insight on aging renewables and storage assets in the UK and France.
UK botched its renewable energy programs, auditors report
The UK government miscalculated the costs of renewable-energy support and is likely to overshoot its 7.6 billion-pound ($9.2 billion) annual budget by about a fifth in 2020 and 2021, according to auditors.
Opinion: Fracking decision clear signal of UK energy policy
The Government’s decision on 6th October 2016 to allow hydraulic fracturing sends a clear message on the direction of the UK's energy policy.
Hopes raised over UK Gov North Sea exploration incentives
Hopes have been raised that the UK Government is looking at bringing forward incentives to encourage North Sea exploration.
Engineer who helped revolutionise US shale consulting Ineos on UK frack plans
A US engineer whose accidental discovery helped to revolutionise the US shale industry has been central to plans by Ineos to extract shale gas in the UK.
Deal signed for construction of a £18bn Hinkley Point nuclear power station
Government ministers from the UK, France and China have attended a signing ceremony giving the final go-ahead for the Hinkley Point nuclear power station to be built.
UK and India partnership is strongest when it comes to energy
The UK and India’s relationship’s key strength are its energy ties, according to a British Deputy High Commissioner.
Chinese firm targets Bradwell deal after Hinkley point nuclear plant green light
The Chinese firm helping to build the new nuclear power station at Hinkley Point is to submit a design for another site after the Government go-ahead for the £18 billion project.
NIA says Hinkley green light boost for UK
The Nuclear Industry Association (NIA) has said the final approval of Hinkley Point is a welcome boost for the UK's nuclear industry.
Hinkley C finally gets green light after ‘revised agreement’ with EDF
The Hinkley Point C nuclear power station will go ahead following a “new agreement” with EDF, the Government has confirmed.
Opinion: Production figures were first real test on government tax breaks
Yesterday’s figures on oil and gas, for the first time in a long time, gave the sector some positive news.
UK and Argentina to work together on industries affecting the Falklands
Britain and Argentina have agreed to work together to remove restrictions on shipping, fishing and the oil and gas industry affecting the Falklands, the Foreign Office has said.
Former Statoil UK MD lands two new roles in Norway
The former managing director of Statoil’s UK and Ireland operations has taken up two new roles in Norway.