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December 2, 2019

GE2019: Net zero targets, onshore wind thrown into the spotlight in climate debate

The leaders of five of the UK’s political parties went head to head last Thursday, in the UK's first ever climate debate.

December 2, 2019

Consumers could save £300 using V2G, but roadblocks remain

UK households could save up to £300 a year using vehicle to grid (V2G) technology, according to a new report.

December 2, 2019

Thinking outside the box: Inside National Grid ESO’s Open Innovation events

The report showed that although 47% of people working in the renewable sector expect a >5% pay increase

December 2, 2019

WPD and SSEN clinch power networks innovation funding as £55m goes unspent

Just two electricity projects have been successful in landing Network Innovation Competition (NIC) funding from Ofgem this year, with three rejected.

Hudson Energy Supply UK was rebranded as Shell Energy in 2020. Image: Shell Energy.

December 2, 2019

Shell completes ERM Power buy to build ‘one-stop energy shop’ in Australia

Shell has completed the acquisition of Australian supplier ERM Power, aiming to establish a “one-stop energy shop” in the country.

November 29, 2019

E.On results hit by npower acquisition as income falls and debt rises

E.On's Q3 results show a 3% year-on-year drop in income, with 4,500 npower jobs to go as the supplier rings in changes.

November 29, 2019

‘Cruel blow’ as E.On announces 4,500 job losses as it takes over npower

Up to 4,500 jobs are going to be cut as part of npower’s restructuring, as E.On completes its takeover of the struggling energy provider.

November 29, 2019

SSEN outlines DSO progress as it publishes policy advice

SSEN has released a progress report on its transition to distribution system operator (DSO), detailing policy recommendations to further support this.

The government agency aims to achieve net zero emissions in gas, electricity, waste, business travel, and water by 2030. Image: Pixabay.

November 28, 2019

Political parties urged to adopt 'spirit of coordination' and form post-election climate pact

An open letter calling for cross-party support for Net Zero, signed by academics, policy specialist, trade bodies and businesses, has been released ahead of the Climate Debate this evening.