Global fossil fuel phase-out summit convenes in Colombia
Around 50 countries have gathered to discuss the phase-out of fossil fuels in Santa Marta, Colombia. The summit operates outside of the formal UN COP process, but aims to build momentum for energy transition commitments. The event will see limited participation from major producers. A coalition of around 50 countries is gathering in Colombia this […]
AGR selects SmartestEnergy for UK solar portfolio
AGR appoints SmartestEnergy for 192MW solar portfolio, reflecting increasing sophistication in UK solar commercial models. Route-to-market agreements are becoming central to project viability. This signals a maturing of the UK solar market. AGR Renewables has appointed SmartestEnergy to manage route-to-market arrangements for a 192MW portfolio of UK solar projects, highlighting the increasing complexity and maturity […]
400MW battery project approved in East Yorkshire
400MW battery project receives planning approval in East Yorkshire, marking continued growth of the UK storage pipeline. Energy storage is increasingly central to grid stability and renewables integration. This reinforces the UK’s position as a leading European battery market. A major new battery energy storage project has been approved in East Yorkshire, underlining the accelerating […]
AI energy demand threatens UK carbon targets
AI-related electricity demand forecasts are rising sharply; government estimates may have significantly underestimated impact. Data centres could become a major emissions driver. This highlights growing tension between digital growth and climate goals. The UK’s carbon reduction pathway is facing new pressure from the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, with fresh analysis suggesting the energy demands […]
UK urged to fast-track grid access for flexible data centres
Energy UK calls for prioritised grid connections for flexible data centres, with AI-driven power demand emerging as a system-level challenge. Flexible load could support grid stability if properly integrated. This signals growing convergence between energy and digital infrastructure policy. The UK’s energy industry is calling on government to prioritise grid connections for flexible data centres, […]
UK reframes renewables as national security infrastructure
The UK government has explicitly linked clean energy to national security, with ministers arguing renewables reduce exposure to sabotage and geopolitical shocks. The narrative shift reflects a political repositioning of ‘net zero’. This could reshape public and Treasury support for clean power investment. The UK government is repositioning renewable energy as a pillar of national […]