Focus on Electricity
UK Foreign Office to push for global energy transition, says Lammy
David Lammy commits the Foreign Office to leading a global clean energy transition, forming an alliance for net-zero goals.
Oregon tribe sues govt over offshore wind auction
An Oregon tribe sues the U.S. over offshore wind plans, citing inadequate analysis of environmental and cultural impacts.
Ottawa negotiates $500 million bailout to prevent electricity rate hike in Nova Scotia
Ottawa is negotiating a $500M bailout for Nova Scotia Power to prevent a 19 per cent electricity rate hike due to cost overruns.
Ovo launches £50m of fresh energy bills support after winter fuel payment cut
Temporary payment cuts, subsidised home upgrades and more planned as British energy firm shores up older customers after government aid cut.
India gets $386bn financial commitment to expand renewable capacity
Banks and financial institutions pledge money to expand Indian renewable capacity by the end of the decade.
Wind powers a record summer for renewable energy in Britain
Wind power led Britain’s record low fossil fuel electricity generation in August 2024, with CO2 emissions dropping sharply.
Red tape to renewables: Overcoming challenges to U.S. clean energy projects
The U.S. faces challenges to buidling clean energy infrastructure. Smarter planning and policies are key to overcoming them.
EU approves 682 million euros for Belgian offshore wind energy
The EU approved a 682 million euro Belgian state aid scheme for a 700 MW North Sea wind farm, aiming to boost renewable...
With a million home batteries, we could build far fewer power lines. We just need the right incentives
Australia's abundant wind and solar power needs energy storage to provide reliable supply when the sun doesn’t shine or wind doesn’t blow.
UK govt to buy ESO from National Grid in £630m deal
The Government is to buy the Electricity System Operator (ESO) from National Grid after striking a deal worth £630 million. It will pave...
