Orkney decarbonisation efforts could provide model for future projects
Future projects which aim to help communities reach net-zero could take valuable lessons from efforts to decarbonise the Orkney Islands, researchers say.
The ReFLEX Orkney...
Clean energy technology supply chains must get better, faster, cleaner, says report
A new briefing from think tank organisation the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC) argues that the clean energy transition can be delivered on time and...
First-of-its-kind project will harness hydropower from wastewater
Described as a first of its kind in the UK, a new project will see Scottish Water install a hydro turbine at Hamilton Waste...
Crewless maintenance vessels to support offshore wind farm repairs
Electric remotely operated vehicles (eROVs) that perform maintenance and repair tasks on offshore wind turbines are being developed by the National Robotarium in partnership...
‘Get on, get back or get out of the energy queue’ – ESO announces...
The UK renewable energy industry seemed to cautiously welcome the announcement from National Grid Electricity Systems Operator (ESO) on 2 June that it had...
Formula 1 team targets over 60% emissions reduction through biofuel use for coming season
Freight contributes the lion's share of the emissions produced by formula 1. The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team says it has set its sights...
Foundations laid for ammonia to hydrogen project
The foundations have been laid at a green ammonia to hydrogen demonstrator site at Tyseley Energy Park.
The project has been developed by the Ammogen...
Mortgage rate cuts for energy efficient homes? Pilot scheme appraises possible options
Homeowners who make their properties more energy efficient could see their mortgage rate cut under a new government-backed pilot.
Perenna Bank will receive more than...
Easy-dose trace element tablet plus ‘best for British’ grass silage additive
A revolutionary easy-dosing 5-in-1 trace element digester additive and a brand-new silage additive designed to get the best biogas output from British grass.
First electron beam welding of wind turbine monopile achieves “dramatic results”
Marking a seemingly important advance in wind turbine fabrication, a group of firms has announced the first ever incorporation of an electron-beam-welded section in...
Energy suppliers have ‘moral responsibility’ to help businesses, says mayor of West Midlands
British energy providers have a “moral responsibility” to renegotiate agreements with companies stuck on high fixed-price energy deals arranged last autumn during a historic...
Clean Heat Market Mechanism: ‘out of touch and fundamentally wrong’ says industry group
The Government should put an end to the proposed Clean Heat Market Mechanism says the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC). The second...
UK ranked as one of the leaders in advancing hydrogen economy
The UK has been ranked third amongst countries that have the potential to be global leaders in the new hydrogen economy. The ranking from...
INEOS says it commits to using 100% renewable energy at Norwegian plants
Chemicals firm INEOS Olefins & Polymer Europe has signed a renewable power agreement with Skagerak Energitjenester to provide 100% green energy to its Rafnes...
Nominations are open for the AEMT awards
Until 8th September, nominees are welcomed for the latest round of the awards of the Association of Electrical & Mechanical Trades (AEMT).
The following seven...
Support for small-scale biogas solutions picks up international award
Kathy Puffer of Tillson, state of New York, has been recognised at the AD and Biogas Industry Awards for bringing small-scale-biogas solutions to communities and women around...
Action plan to accelerate grid connections launched by energy networks trade group
The UK's trade association for gas and electricity transmission and distribution has published a three-step plan to speed up connections to the grid. Action...
£1.2 million government funding aims for lower-emissions freight
Drones will be used to deliver packages on remote Scottish islands - that, at least, is among the visions intimated by nine new freight...
Green day unravelled: Pundits respond to policy package
An apocalyptic “meh” seemed to greet the government’s bumper package of energy- and climate-related policy announcements and documents released on 30 March, which appeared...
UK’s first all-electric cement mixer completes trial
The UK’s first all-electric ready-mix concrete mixer has completed a three-month trial of commercial deliveries across Birmingham for sustainable building materials firm Tarmac.
The ‘e-mixer’,...
