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24 Jul 26 |
Burnham set to fast-track North Sea project decisions Prime Minister Andy Burnham is preparing to move quickly on decisions over the Jackdaw and Rosebank developments, with industry sources indicating approvals could be granted within weeks. |
24 Jul 26 |
UK: RWE launches pioneering peatland study to unite biodiversity with sustainable power generation RWE has launched an innovative new peatland research project aimed at improving how peat is managed and restored during renewable energy developments. The initiative reflects RWE's commitment to protecting and enhancing the natural environment. |
24 Jul 26 |
UK: Consenting application opens the door to more than £4bn strategic transmission investment SP Energy Networks has submitted a Section 37 consent application to Scottish Ministers for proposals to make significant upgrades to the electricity transmission between Denny in Stirlingshire and Wishaw in Lanarkshire. The project is part of a wider programme of upgrades to the electricity network across the UK and is essential in moving renewable electricity around the country, from where it is generated to where it is needed |
23 Jul 26 |
UK: Comment from David Whitehouse CEO of Offshore Energies UK following a constructive meeting with the new Secretary of State for Energy and Net Zero David Whitehouse,CEO of Offshore Energies UK, following a constructive meeting with the new Secretary of State for Energy and Net Zero, said that, while they did not agree on everything, they share a common purpose: delivering the energy, jobs and investment the UK needs. |
23 Jul 26 |
UK: Fahnbulleh due in Aberdeen as previous criticism of Rosebank emerges New Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh is expected in Aberdeen today where she will face renewed calls to back domestic oil and gas production ahead of decisions on the Rosebank and Jackdaw developments. |
23 Jul 26 |
UK: Centrica confirms further life extensions for the Heysham 1 and Hartlepool nuclear power stations Centrica has confirmed further life extensions for the Heysham 1 and Hartlepool nuclear power stations, in which it has a 20% share, extending their expected closure dates by a further two years to March 2030. |
23 Jul 26 |
Serica Energy announces completion of new Reserves Based Lending facilities AIM-listed Serica Energy has announced the signing and completion of new six-year, senior secured Reserves Based Lending ('RBL') facilities totalling $750 million, comprising a $500 million secured revolving loan facility and a $250 million secured revolving letter of credit ('LoC') facility. |
22 Jul 26 |
UK: Scottish Power plans to repower iconic Whitelee - the UK’s largest onshore windfarm Scottish Power plans to repower and double capacity of the UK’s flagship onshore windfarm, Whitelee, in a £1.5bn project that will boost the country’s energy security while creating hundreds of jobs and £500m in supply chain opportunities. |
22 Jul 26 |
UK: Egg Power buys Yorkshire solar project egg Power, Liberty Global’s clean energy business, has secured the project rights to Pilmoor Solar Farm in Yorkshire from PS Renewables. Its fifth acquisition sees it acquire the 72MW farm which will generate enough electricity to power 21,000 homes and removing 9,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. |
22 Jul 26 |
UK: Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar set for Burnham government role Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is expected to stand down from Holyrood to join Andy Burnham's UK Government as a business minister. The move would see Mr Sarwar resign as Scottish Labour leader, leave the Scottish Parliament and take a seat in the House of Lords. |
22 Jul 26 |
UK: Renewable power offers best bet for new Energy Secretary to cut bills Commenting on the appointment of Miatta Fahnbulleh as the new Energy Secretary, and on the departure of her predecessor Ed Miliband, RenewableUK’s CEO Tara Singh said: 'We're looking forward to working closely with Miatta Fahnbulleh and the new Government to achieve what households and businesses across the country want most: lower energy bills, greater energy security and good jobs in every part of the UK. |
22 Jul 26 |
UK: Fahnbulleh promises 'pragmatic' approach to North Sea as unions seek urgent talks New Energy Secretary Miatta Fahnbulleh has insisted she will take a 'pragmatic' approach to North Sea oil and gas, as unions seek urgent talks over the future of the sector. |
21 Jul 26 |
UK: Chris O'Shea comment on VAT reduction for energy bills Chris O'Shea, Group Chief Executive of Centrica, comments on the Government's announcement to remove VAT from household electricity bills from 1 October. |
