Turning the Tide: Wave and Tidal Energy’s Moment in the British Isles
The harbour at Kirkwall in Orkney is busy with boats—some ferrying tourists out to view local wildlife, others supporting an altogether more futuristic enterprise.
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Author: Richard Elton
The Great Retrofit: Transforming the UK’s Older Homes for a Green Future
Rows of Victorian terraced houses in Leeds stand much as they have for well over a century. Their weathered brick façades, wrought-iron railings, and narrow sash windows exude a certain timeless charm.
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Millions of homeowners set to gain from government’s solar power pledge
Millions of UK homeowners are set to receive grants and low-interest loans to install solar panels and batteries, helping cut bills and boost the push for clean energy by 2030.
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National Grid outlines a record £35bn investment to nearly double UK electricity transmission capacity by 2031
National Grid outlines a record £35bn investment to nearly double UK electricity transmission capacity by 2031, supporting Labour’s pledge to decarbonise the sector and unlocking long-delayed green energy projects.
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Miliband planning shake-up to bypass local opposition in wind farm push
Ed Miliband, the Energy Secretary, is poised to rewrite Britain’s planning rules to clear the path for a massive expansion of wind and solar energy, effectively reducing local powers to block or alter green energy projects.
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Households near wind and solar farms could get energy bill discounts under clean power plan
UK households living close to new wind or solar farms may receive energy bill discounts, as the government explores community benefits under its 2030 clean power agenda.
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E.on and Yorkshire Water to harness sewage heat for 40,000 homes
E.on and Yorkshire Water plan to use sewage heat to provide low-carbon heating for 40,000 Sheffield homes, aiming to expand heat networks and reduce carbon emissions.
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Labour government to mandate electric heat pumps in new homes by 2027 as part of net-zero commitment
Labour to mandate electric heat pumps in new homes by 2027 to cut carbon emissions under the ‘Future Homes Standard’ policy. The move aims to reduce housing emissions, improve energy efficiency, and support the UK’s journey to net zero.
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Brookfield buys £1.75bn stake in Orsted’s UK offshore wind farms, marking major investment in renewable energy
Brookfield acquires a 12.45% stake in Orsted’s UK offshore wind farms, including Hornsea 1 and 2, in a £1.75bn deal. Discover how this investment supports the UK’s renewable energy goals.
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Good Energy considers takeover offer from Dubai’s Esyasoft while expanding solar capabilities
Good Energy, approached by Dubai’s Esyasoft for a potential takeover, has acquired UK-based Empower Energy, expanding its solar installation reach in a deal worth up to £8 million.
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