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Record UK Wind Auction to Power 12 Million Homes

Great Britain's latest renewable energy auction secures record offshore wind capacity, promising £22bn investment, 7,000 jobs, and a path to cheaper, cleaner power by 2030. Discover how it works.

UK's Record Wind Auction Secures Power for 12m Homes

The UK's latest offshore wind auction has secured a record 8.4GW of clean energy, powering over 12m homes. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband hails it as a victory for lower bills and energy sovereignty.

UK awards record offshore wind contracts, prices up 11%

The UK government has awarded contracts for a record 8.4GW of new offshore wind power, a key step towards its 2030 clean energy target. While prices rose, ministers hail a move away from volatile gas. Read the full analysis.

Energy bill cut delay creates costly 'winter gap'

A promised £150 energy bill saving won't arrive until April 2026, leaving households exposed to high winter prices. Experts warn of a 'winter gap' and suggest ways to protect yourself now.

Government drops battery mandate from new homes rules

Exclusive: Ministers are set to allow new homes in England to be built without energy storage batteries, a move critics say will increase bills and miss a key green opportunity. Read the full analysis.

2026 UK Finance Dates: Energy, Wages & Interest Rates

Your 2026 financial calendar: The energy price cap rises 0.2% in January, while the National Living Wage jumps 4.1% in April. Key dates for mortgages, bills, and Bank of England decisions revealed.

Energy price cap to fall 8% in April, saving £138

Great Britain's energy price cap is predicted to drop to £1,620 in April, saving typical households £138 annually. The cut follows budget changes shifting costs to general taxation. Read the full analysis.

Octopus Energy's Kraken valued at $8.65bn

Octopus Energy sells a $1bn stake in its software arm Kraken, valuing it at $8.65bn. CEO Greg Jackson hints at a future London stock market flotation for the UK tech success story.

Octopus spins off Kraken after $1bn investment

Octopus Energy Group has spun off its AI platform Kraken following a major $1bn funding round. The move values Kraken at $8.65bn and aims to accelerate global growth. Read the full story.

Octopus Energy Sells Stake in $10bn Kraken Tech Arm

Octopus Energy is set to sell a major stake in its software business Kraken Technologies, valuing it at up to $10bn. D1 Capital Partners and Fidelity are among the investors. Read the full story.

Victoria's First Public Wind Farm Launches

Victoria's first publicly owned wind farm, Delburn, is now operational in the Latrobe Valley, marking a major shift in the state's energy strategy and creating local jobs. Discover the impact.

Trump's Wind Farm Stance Raises UK Energy Concerns

Donald Trump's renewed criticism of wind farms and pledge to halt offshore projects if re-elected prompts fresh debate over UK energy security and renewable investment. Read the analysis.

Community 'Warm Spaces' Rise as Energy Bills Soar

As energy bills hit record highs, community 'warm spaces' have surged across the UK. We visit one in Southwark where residents find warmth, food, and vital connection amidst the cost of living crisis.

Australian Gas Bills Soar 130% in 15 Years

Households in Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, and Canberra face the steepest gas price hikes, while a new government scheme aims to tackle soaring energy costs. Discover the causes and future outlook.

Michigan residents fight 'uniquely evil' $7bn data centre

Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive data centre backed by tech tycoons, fearing soaring bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. A classic David vs Goliath story unfolds.

£28bn UK Grid Upgrade to Add £30 to Annual Bills

Ofgem greenlights a £28bn upgrade to Britain's gas and electricity networks. The investment, funded via bills, aims to boost grid capacity but will add around £30 per year to household costs by 2031.

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