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fromTheregister
2 weeks ago
Environment

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Experts issue verdict on whether North Sea drilling will reduce UK energy bills

Renewable energy could save UK households up to £441 annually, vastly outpacing North Sea drilling's potential savings of £16-£82, which require government tax redistribution to materialize.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Clean energy generation exceeded rise in global electricity demand in 2025

Global electricity demand growth in 2025 was fully met by renewable sources, marking a significant shift away from fossil fuels.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK households to be urged to use more power this summer as renewables soar

Households are encouraged to increase energy consumption during surplus renewable energy periods to balance the grid and reduce energy bills.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

German 'green village' rides out Mideast energy storm

Feldheim, a small German village, achieves energy self-sufficiency through renewable sources, benefiting from lower energy costs amid global price surges.
Environment
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Renewables hit 49.4% of global electricity capacity in 2025

Renewable energy reached nearly half of global electricity capacity in 2025, but commitments to renewable energy are still not on track.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Experts issue verdict on whether North Sea drilling will reduce UK energy bills

Renewable energy could save UK households up to £441 annually, vastly outpacing North Sea drilling's potential savings of £16-£82, which require government tax redistribution to materialize.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 hours ago

The 'dumb machine' promising a clean energy breakthrough

"A stellarator is a thing that is objectively very difficult to design, objectively very difficult to build, but if it works, it can control the burning hot plasma better than a tokamak."
Science
#energy-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

UK shifts older wind and solar farms to fixed-price deals to reduce price shocks

The UK government plans to shift older wind and solar farms to fixed-price contracts to stabilize electricity costs amid gas market volatility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Reeves looking to break link between gas cost and electricity prices

Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Ed Miliband are working to delink electricity prices from gas prices in the UK.
Mental health
fromMail Online
11 years ago

The invention that provides Pacific sunshine in Britain

Real Sunlight clinics offer artificial sunshine to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder, which affects 2 million Britons, especially women.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
7 hours ago

Plug Power Jumps 10% on Contract Win and Investor Outreach as Hydrogen Comeback Continues

Plug Power's stock surged 10% due to a contract win, improved revenue, and efforts to rebuild investor confidence.
Agriculture
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'This could be groundbreaking for Ireland Inc and the midlands' - New research reveals transformative potential of 'energy parks'

Bord na Móna is set to transform state-owned bogland into energy-parks combining windfarms, data centres, and manufacturing facilities.
#germany
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago
Germany news

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago
Germany news

Energy crisis may force Germany to run coal plants longer

Germany may extend the operation of coal-fired power plants due to the ongoing energy crisis from the Middle East war.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Thousands rally across Germany to call for faster green shift

Thousands protested in Germany for a faster transition to renewable energy, criticizing the government for hindering progress towards climate goals.
fromresund Startups
2 days ago

Investor Dialogue: building circular portfolio with Nordic ecosystems

The circular economy is not just a trend-it's a necessity for sustainable industrial and economic growth. However, investors often face challenges such as 'death by pilot,' regulatory hurdles, and the gap between technical readiness and market entry.
London startup
#energy-crisis
World politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

Europe has limited jet fuel supplies and faces potential flight cancellations due to the ongoing Iran war affecting oil supplies.
World politics
fromFortune
4 days ago

War in the Middle East hasn't triggered a coal comeback, but it is boosting renewables | Fortune

The global energy crisis is prompting a shift towards renewable energy sources despite a temporary increase in coal usage.
Europe news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Europe has 'maybe 6 weeks of jet fuel left,' energy agency head warns

Europe has limited jet fuel supplies and faces potential flight cancellations due to the ongoing Iran war affecting oil supplies.
DevOps
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.
#ouarzazate
#solar-energy
fromGothamist
6 days ago
NYC real estate

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

fromZDNET
1 week ago
Environment

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

NYC real estate
fromGothamist
6 days ago

Here comes the sun: New bill would let New Yorkers hang solar panels from windows

Lauren Phillips has reduced her utility costs by installing a small solar panel on her balcony, highlighting a potential shift in solar energy accessibility for apartment dwellers.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

How South Korea plans to use the Iran crisis to spur a renewables revolution

Guyang-ri village uses solar energy profits to fund communal meals and welfare programs, strengthening community bonds and enhancing quality of life.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK's largest power-generating solar farm approved amid energy crisis

The UK government has approved the Springwell Solar Farm, set to be the largest solar energy project in the UK, enhancing energy independence.
Environment
fromZDNET
1 week ago

I tested a portable wind turbine for 2 years: Why it's my backup, not a solar replacement

Solar power generation is becoming more accessible with plug-in systems, while wind energy remains unpredictable and challenging to harness.
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
6 days ago

Europe's most important industrial decarbonisation project gets a lifeline

Stegra has agreed in principle on €1.4 billion in new financing to complete the construction of what would be the world's first large-scale green steel plant, located in Boden in northern Sweden.
Fundraising
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Trump demands Starmer drill, baby, drill' in the North Sea

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London startup

E.On claims war in Middle East has created huge increase in solar panel sales

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

North Sea gas saves UK billions a year, analysis shows amid calls for more drilling

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Trump says windmills put you out of business' as he hits out at UK North Sea policy

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Trump demands Starmer drill, baby, drill' in the North Sea

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

E.On claims war in Middle East has created huge increase in solar panel sales

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and climate change, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism funded by donations.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

North Sea gas saves UK billions a year, analysis shows amid calls for more drilling

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
Science
fromEngadget
2 days ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
#energy-transition
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Who'd have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot

Donald Trump has accelerated the energy transition despite fossil fuel companies' efforts to halt it.
Environment
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

The energy transition is accelerating, with renewables now comprising 49.4% of global energy capacity, driven by geopolitical factors and decreasing costs.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Who'd have thought a fossil-fuel shill like Trump would be the one to spark a green revolution? | George Monbiot

Donald Trump has accelerated the energy transition despite fossil fuel companies' efforts to halt it.
Environment
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Countries are turning to 'structurally more resilient' energy sources as oil and gas crisis deepens, UN renewables chief says | Fortune

The energy transition is accelerating, with renewables now comprising 49.4% of global energy capacity, driven by geopolitical factors and decreasing costs.
Business
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Sustainability is maturing

Sustainability has evolved into a core business function, essential for resilience and long-term value in today's operating environment.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
6 days ago

New whale sighting on German-Danish border

A white Beluga whale has been spotted in the Flensburg Firth, known for its social behavior and communication methods.
fromTheregister
6 days ago

UK signs Rolls-Royce SMR design deal

SMRs are atomic reactors with up to one-third of the generating capacity of conventional nuclear power plants, with a modular design so they can be largely factory-assembled before being transported to the relevant site for installation.
London startup
Environment
fromGothamist
4 days ago

NJ went all-in on wind power in 2022. This year, Gov. Sherrill says maybe someday.

New Jersey's energy strategy shifts focus from offshore wind to nuclear, solar, and battery storage under Governor Sherrill.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Surrounded by windfarms but out of work: the reality of the green jobs boom on England's east coast

Jake Snell represents the potential of youth in the green energy sector amidst challenges faced by coastal communities in England.
#fuel-shortages
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

No current fuel shortages in the EU, but potential jet fuel supply issues loom due to blocked maritime traffic.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
6 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
6 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

No current fuel shortages in the EU, but potential jet fuel supply issues loom due to blocked maritime traffic.
Europe news
fromThe Local France
6 days ago

Europe could face jet fuel supply issues 'in near future'

Fuel shortages in the EU are not currently evident, but jet fuel supply issues may arise soon due to geopolitical tensions.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

More than 15m oysters to be released in the North Sea for UK rewilding project

Over 15 million juvenile oysters will be released in the North Sea to restore ecosystems and provide climate benefits.
World politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

What can nations do to make up for the ongoing energy shortfall?

The Middle East conflict has disrupted 20% of the world's fuel supply, prompting countries to seek alternative energy sources.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Britain's first major AI data centre sparks net zero clash as gas power plans revealed

Britain's first major data centre project will rely on gas energy, conflicting with climate commitments.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Trump's attacks on offshore wind could hurt infrastructure spending across the economy

The Trump administration's deal with TotalEnergies shifts investment from offshore wind to oil and gas, raising concerns about executive influence on the private sector.
#offshore-wind
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Inside California's audacious bid to build the world's deepest floating wind farm

Humboldt Bay is set to become a hub for floating offshore wind energy, crucial for California's carbon neutrality goals by 2045.
#energy-security
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

UK warned it needs to drill in North Sea amid global instability

The UK must increase domestic oil and gas production to ensure energy security and reduce dependence on imports.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

More drilling in North Sea not the answer' for UK energy security, say former military leaders

More North Sea drilling won't enhance UK's energy security; a shift to renewable energy is essential for future stability.
Europe news
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Irish energy prices highest in EU and consumers face more rises in years ahead - ESRI warns

Annual household electricity bills in Ireland may rise by up to €106 in the next four years due to higher network tariffs.
#uk-energy-policy
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Ministers rebuff trade body's call to boost North Sea oil and gas production

The UK government dismisses warnings about increasing reliance on energy imports amid global instability and calls for more domestic oil and gas production.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Of course we shouldn't drill for more oil in the North Sea we cancelled further exploitation for a reason | Bill McGuire

The UK's energy security is at risk due to reliance on fossil fuels amidst a climate emergency and the ongoing war in the Middle East.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Ministers rebuff trade body's call to boost North Sea oil and gas production

The UK government dismisses warnings about increasing reliance on energy imports amid global instability and calls for more domestic oil and gas production.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Of course we shouldn't drill for more oil in the North Sea we cancelled further exploitation for a reason | Bill McGuire

The UK's energy security is at risk due to reliance on fossil fuels amidst a climate emergency and the ongoing war in the Middle East.
#climate-change
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

New North Sea oil fields would "send a shock wave around the world", climate experts warn

Britain's potential new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea threatens global climate leadership and undermines efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK opening new oil and gas fields would imperil global climate goals, experts say

Opening new oil and gas fields in the North Sea threatens global climate targets and undermines the UK's leadership in climate action.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

New North Sea oil fields would "send a shock wave around the world", climate experts warn

Britain's potential new oil and gas drilling in the North Sea threatens global climate leadership and undermines efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK opening new oil and gas fields would imperil global climate goals, experts say

Opening new oil and gas fields in the North Sea threatens global climate targets and undermines the UK's leadership in climate action.
#windfall-tax
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Scrapping North Sea windfall tax would not reduce UK energy bills, say experts

Reducing the North Sea windfall tax would not benefit consumers and would only increase oil and gas company profits, as the tax operates on producer profits, not consumer prices.
Europe news
fromThe Local Germany
2 weeks ago

Five EU nations urge tax on energy firms' windfall profits

Spain and four EU nations propose a windfall tax on energy companies to alleviate consumer burdens from rising fuel prices due to the Middle East conflict.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Scrapping North Sea windfall tax would not reduce UK energy bills, say experts

Reducing the North Sea windfall tax would not benefit consumers and would only increase oil and gas company profits, as the tax operates on producer profits, not consumer prices.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Would more North Sea drilling mean lower energy prices for UK consumers?

Oil prices may rise to $150 a barrel due to supply issues, impacting costs across various sectors despite proposed UK drilling plans.
#north-sea
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Hundreds of North Sea licences granted by Conservatives have so far produced only 36 days worth of gas'

New North Sea oil and gas projects have produced only 36 days' worth of gas despite hundreds of licenses granted since 2010.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Hundreds of North Sea licences granted by Conservatives have so far produced only 36 days worth of gas'

New North Sea oil and gas projects have produced only 36 days' worth of gas despite hundreds of licenses granted since 2010.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Europe's staggering' clean power gains undermined by failure to phase out fuel-burning machines

Europe must accelerate electrification to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and manage rising energy costs amid the global oil crisis.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Badenoch criticised for peddling dangerous fantasy' about North Sea oil drilling

Kemi Badenoch's push for new North Sea oil and gas licenses is criticized as ineffective for reducing energy prices.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Germany news: Hamburg hosting North Sea energy summit

European leaders will meet at the North Sea Summit in Hamburg to expand clean energy infrastructure, especially wind power, with a multinational deal expected.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Solar is winning the energy race

Solar power is rapidly scaling, becoming the world's cheapest energy source and surpassing coal, gas, and nuclear in capacity and usage.
#offshore-wind-energy
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Landmark offshore wind farms come online in the U.S.

Revolution Wind came online off Rhode Island despite Trump administration opposition, while Vineyard Wind completed installation, advancing East Coast offshore wind energy development.
Environment
fromFortune
1 month ago

Despite Trump's best efforts, an offshore wind farm just lit up New England | Fortune

The Revolution Wind offshore project began generating power for New England despite Trump administration attempts to halt it, with federal courts allowing construction to resume after determining national security concerns were not imminent.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Ready-to-build wind farm 'loses out to speculative projects'

Scottish Power's fully-consented offshore wind farm lost subsidy contracts to earlier-stage projects lacking planning consent, risking the government's 2030 clean power target.
Environment
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 month ago

Landmark offshore wind farms come online in the U.S.

Revolution Wind came online off Rhode Island despite Trump administration opposition, while Vineyard Wind completed installation, advancing East Coast offshore wind energy development.
Environment
fromFortune
1 month ago

Despite Trump's best efforts, an offshore wind farm just lit up New England | Fortune

The Revolution Wind offshore project began generating power for New England despite Trump administration attempts to halt it, with federal courts allowing construction to resume after determining national security concerns were not imminent.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Ready-to-build wind farm 'loses out to speculative projects'

Scottish Power's fully-consented offshore wind farm lost subsidy contracts to earlier-stage projects lacking planning consent, risking the government's 2030 clean power target.
#fossil-fuels-advocacy
Environment
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Trump Administration Will Pay Nearly $1 Billion to Block 2 Offshore Wind Farms

TotalEnergies will cancel offshore wind projects in exchange for nearly $1 billion to invest in oil and gas, including a Texas LNG facility.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

UK rules on installing wind turbines eased amid global energy crisis

UK government proposes allowing businesses, schools, and farms to install small wind turbines up to 30 metres tall without planning permission to reduce energy costs and increase clean energy capacity.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Greens push for billions to be spent on energy support if bills rise

The Green Party leader calls for the government to set aside billions of pounds to support households against potential energy bill rises from Middle East conflict, funded through capital gains tax increases and energy firm profit taxes.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

UK secures 6.2GW of onshore wind and solar in latest clean power auction

UK secures 4.9GW solar and 1.3GW onshore wind in AR7 CfD, bringing CfD-supported wind and solar to 50.6GW and advancing decarbonisation.
Europe politics
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

Germany hosts North Sea summit as Europe keeps a weary eye on Arctic tensions

European leaders meet in Germany to coordinate North Sea energy and security while concerns over US interest in Greenland risk overshadowing the talks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Yes to fields of wheat, no to fields of iron': how the world's greenest country soured on solar

We say yes to fields of wheat, and we say no to fields of iron! Jernmarker, or iron fields, was chosen as the Danish word of the year in December after the solar backlash swayed municipal elections and prompted some councils to pull projects.
Environment
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK must double down on renewables as wars drive up energy costs, experts say

The UK must accelerate clean energy transition to protect households from volatile fossil fuel markets destabilized by geopolitical conflicts like the US-Israel war on Iran.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Visit the North Sea oil field used to store greenhouse gas

An almost-depleted North Sea oil field will be repurposed to store CO2 via offshore CCS, aiming up to eight million tonnes annually by 2030.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Renewables muscle fossil fuels out of EU electricity market, says research

Solar and wind power provided more electricity than coal and gas last year, leading a global trend, said think tank Ember. Solar and wind power outperformed fossil fuels in the European Union for the first time last year, a new high watermark on Europe's transition to green and autonomous energy. The two sources of energy generated 30 percent of EU electricity, compared with 29 percent for coal and gas, Ember, a global energy think tank, said on Thursday in its European Electricity Review.
Environment
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