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.
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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.
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.
‘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.
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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.
Innogy slashes forecast as npower woes deepen
German energy firm innogy has been forced to slash its earnings forecast for 2019, with its UK-facing npower business of increasing concern.
GE2019: EV rollout, onshore wind pledges examined at net zero debate
The differing net zero policies, how to achieve them and the electric vehicle (EV) rollout took centre stage at a debate between members of the Green, Labour, Conservative and Liberal Democrat parties last night.
GE2019: SNP lauds Scotland’s energy success, Plaid Cymru eye greencollar jobs
The SNP has launched its manifesto in Glasgow, promising expansions to renewables as part of a Green Energy Deal.
Current± talks to Andrew Cooper, the Green Party’s energy spokesperson and councillor for Kirklees representing the Newsome Ward in Huddersfield, about supporting onshore wind, encouraging investment and enabling community energy.