Chris Stark departure raises continuity questions for Clean Power 2030
Chris Stark is stepping down after two years leading the government’s Mission Control for Clean Power. He leaves after significant progress on renewables auctions and grid connection reform, but before the most difficult construction phase… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Brussels moves towards methane rule delay as energy security pressure bites
The European Commission is examining a one-year postponement of methane requirements for imported fossil fuels due to take effect in January. No delay has yet been enacted, and changes would require approval from the European… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
OGCI members hit 2025 carbon target as methane emissions edge higher
The OGCI’s 12 oil and gas majors reduced aggregate upstream carbon intensity to 16.5kg CO₂e per barrel of oil equivalent in 2025, beating their voluntary target of 17kg. Methane intensity remained well below the group’s… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Scottish suppliers offered UAE foothold as North Sea transition gathers pace
Scottish Enterprise has selected Kantar Advisory Partners to establish an energy transition business hub in Abu Dhabi, giving Scotland-based companies direct access to a market planning up to AED200 billion of energy investment by 2030.… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Malaysian solar-storage deal shows how hyperscalers are reshaping power markets
A Gamuda, SD Guthrie and Gentari consortium has signed a term sheet for a 21-year renewable energy contract with an unnamed US technology company. The proposed Perak project comprises at least 680 MW of solar… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
GB Grid plan puts government into electricity network investment
GB Grid will be a publicly owned company within Great British Energy, investing alongside private network businesses and supporting faster industrial connections. It may draw on about £4 billion already allocated to GBE, rather than… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Low Carbon proposes 500 MW Oxfordshire solar and storage park
West Oxfordshire Energy Park would combine up to 500 MW of solar generation with battery storage. Low Carbon says it could supply electricity equivalent to 145,000 homes and avoid 154,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Shell sanctions LNG Canada expansion in major bet on Asian gas demand
Shell and its partners have taken final investment decision on LNG Canada Phase 2, doubling capacity at the British Columbia export terminal from 14m to 28m tonnes a year. Shell’s 40% interest will give it… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
US-China trade thaw includes 20 million tonne coal commitment
The White House says China will import at least 10mn tonnes of US coal in both 2027 and 2028, with coal acting as bargaining currency in negotiations that also cover tariffs, investment and critical minerals.… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]
Brussels links UK access to ‘Made in EU’ support with tougher China policy
The EU has reportedly told the UK that favourable treatment under its industrial policy will require closer alignment on Chinese imports, particularly cars. No tariff decision or UK-EU agreement has been announced; the exchange is… You must be a Premium Subscriber to read this. You must be a Premium Subscriber to view this content. You […]