Goldman Sachs to create 500 jobs in Birmingham
Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.
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Labour's North Sea oil policy contradictions exposed
Labour's North Sea oil strategy faces criticism as energy department's pragmatic licensing clashes with Treasury's windfall tax, creating uncertainty for jobs and investment.
Budget 2025: Octopus Boss Hails Energy Bill Cuts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a £150 cut to average energy bills from April 2025, scrapping green levies. Octopus Energy's Greg Jackson calls it a 'positive step'.
Australia's emissions fall as renewables hit 40%
Australia's greenhouse gas emissions fell 2.2% last financial year, with solar and wind responsible for half the reduction. Discover if the nation is on track for its 2035 climate targets.
Reeves Faces £700m Fish vs Energy Crisis Decision
Chancellor Rachel Reeves must decide on nuclear reforms that could slash energy bills or maintain costly bureaucracy spending £700m annually to protect a single fish.
British Gas CEO Proposes Tax Shift to Cut Bills
Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea calls for energy levies to be moved to general taxation, saving households £200. He says he's 'happy to pay more' tax. Read the full story.
UK Plan to Cut Nuclear Reactor Costs and Delays
A government taskforce proposes radical regulatory reforms to accelerate the UK's new nuclear reactor programme, aiming to lower costs and construction times while maintaining safety.
Giant Spinning Machine to Secure Australia's Energy Grid
Australia's largest synchronous condenser begins testing in Victoria, providing crucial grid stability and enabling more renewable energy integration. Discover how this technology supports the clean energy transition.
Ovo Energy Axes Hundreds of Jobs Amid Crisis
Struggling energy supplier Ovo prepares to cut several hundred jobs next week as part of urgent restructuring plan to convince regulators and secure £300m investment.
Drax Burns 250-Year-Old Canadian Trees for Energy
Drax power plant accused of burning ancient Canadian trees while receiving billions in UK green subsidies. Experts reveal the true environmental cost of biomass energy.
Energy price cap to rise in January 2026
Ofgem confirms a surprise 0.2% energy price cap increase from January 2026, pushing average bills to £1,758. Discover why costs are rising and how it affects you.
Energy price cap rises 0.2% despite falling wholesale costs
Ofgem announces a 0.2% rise in the energy price cap for January, as the minister admits 'no shortcut' to cutting bills. Discover why costs remain high and what's being done.
Energy price cap to rise by 0.2% this winter
Ofgem confirms a 0.2% energy price cap increase from January 1st. Discover how your electricity and gas bills will be affected and what you can do next.
Energy price cap rises despite falling wholesale costs
Households face higher energy bills as Ofgem increases price cap by 0.2% in January. Energy minister admits no shortcut to cutting costs despite election pledges.
Zelenskyy's peace plan & UK energy cap update
Ukraine's leader supports a US-Russia peace initiative. UK energy bills set to fall but remain 35% above pre-war levels. Plus, England's Ashes hopes and a warning on drugs funding Russia.
Energy price cap rises to £1,758 from January
Ofgem announces a surprise energy price cap increase for January, pushing bills to £1,758. Campaigners warn this offers 'no help to struggling families' amid a £4.4bn energy debt crisis.
No quick fix for high energy bills, minister says
Energy bills remain 35% above pre-war levels despite falling wholesale prices. Minister Michael Shanks insists there's 'no shortcut' to reducing costs as green transition continues. Read the latest.
No Shortcut to Lower Energy Bills, Minister Warns
Energy minister confirms significant bill reductions will take time as infrastructure costs rise. Discover why UK households face prolonged high costs despite falling wholesale prices.
No Shortcut to Lower Energy Bills, Minister Warns
Energy minister confirms households face prolonged high bills as renewable transition costs mount. No quick fix available despite falling wholesale gas prices.
29 nations threaten Cop30 deal over fossil fuel phase-out
Dozens of countries threaten to block any agreement at Cop30 climate summit unless it includes a roadmap for transitioning away from fossil fuels. Follow the latest developments.
UK Industry Energy Crisis: Urgent Action Needed
UK manufacturers face devastating energy costs as key factories close. The government's delayed support scheme must be fast-tracked to prevent further deindustrialisation.
Massive NT Solar Farm for AI Power Faces Environmental Scrutiny
SunCable's proposed 50,000ha solar development in the Barkly region could power AI data centres but faces concerns over bilby habitat destruction and local energy justice. Read more.
Indonesia's coal dilemma fuels climate vulnerability
As Indonesia battles devastating floods and rising emissions, experts demand urgent policy changes to dismantle coal dependency and embrace renewable energy solutions.
New UK wind power record set, enough for 22m homes
Britain sets a new wind power generation record of 22,711 MW, powering 22 million homes. National Energy System Operator predicts a fully zero-carbon grid milestone ahead.
$1bn Loan to Restart Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant
The Trump administration announces a $1bn federal loan to restart Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island nuclear facility, which will power Microsoft's AI datacenters. Discover the implications for energy and tech.
4-Minute Shower Rule Saves £60 on Energy Bills
UK households can save £60 a year by limiting showers to four minutes. This simple change also conserves thousands of litres of water. Discover more energy-saving tips.
Climate Pledges Could Cut Global Heating by 1C
New analysis shows that fulfilling promises on renewables, energy efficiency, and methane could avoid nearly 1°C of global warming, offering a crucial path to climate stability. Discover the findings from the Cop30 summit.
ExxonMobil shuts Fife plant with loss of 450 jobs
ExxonMobil confirms closure of its Fife Ethylene Plant near Cowdenbeath, blaming UK government policy and high costs. Up to 450 jobs at risk. Discover the full impact.
Energy price cap to fall 1% in January before rising
Ofgem's energy price cap is predicted to fall by just £22 annually in January 2026 before a £75 rise in April. Discover why bills remain high despite wholesale price drops.
Energy price cap to fall in January before spring rise
Great Britain's energy price cap is forecast to drop to £1,733 in January before rising by £75 in April due to network costs. Discover what this means for your bills.
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