Focus on Electricity
Less offshore energy decommissioning work carried out in UK last year despite higher spend
UK decommissioning spend rose to £1.7bn in 2023, but well closures fell nine per cent, with resource clashes and cost inflation stalling progress.
What to know about Chris Wright, Trump’s choice to run the Energy Department
Trump’s Energy Secretary pick, Liberty Energy CEO Chris Wright, backs fossil fuels, fracking, and plans to reverse Biden’s climate policies.
Britain’s energy price cap to rise 1% in January, forecasts Cornwall Insight
Britons had hoped energy prices would cool to help them cope with a cost of living squeeze.
Northern Ontario First Nation says yes in referendum on possible nuclear waste site
The town council of Ignace voted in favour earlier this year, and its counterpart Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation has now also voted yes.
Biden to announce ‘historic’ pledge to World Bank fund for poorest countries, advisor says
Biden to announce historic pledge to replenish the World Bank’s fund for the world’s poorest countries.
Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?
COP29 carbon credit deal could fund emissions cuts, but past scandals mean trust must be regained first.
Global offshore wind industry poised to miss big targets as obstacles mount
Global offshore wind faces setbacks: rising costs, delays, and missed targets jeopardize renewable energy goals by 2030.
European oil giants step back from renewables path
European oil giants, including BP, cut back on low-carbon power and refocus on oil, gas to revive investor confidence.
Forbes vows Scotland will capitalise on ‘opportunities’ of net zero transition
Scotland aims to become a global green energy leader by fostering an investor-friendly climate for net-zero projects, says Kate Forbes.
Trump’s new energy council could mean trade opportunity for Canada: experts
Trump’s energy-focused administration may open new trade opportunities for Canada amid looming tariffs, experts suggest.
