renewable energy
Government will not ‘pass the buck’ on energy to future generations – minister
Energy minister Michael Shanks also told MPs that some areas will have to host ‘nationally significant’ power infrastructure such as solar farms.
Power station secures injunction against ‘threat of environmental protest’
The Drax power station in Selby, North Yorkshire, was the target of a ‘protest camp’ to be held next month, the High Court was told.
Bill Gates warns political backlash could ‘slow down’ green transition
The billionaire philanthropist was speaking in London at a summit hosted by his clean energy investment vehicle Breakthrough Energy.
74% back rapid overturning of effective ban for new onshore wind after election
Climate charity Possible said a survey shows the public want the next government to ‘unleash this clean energy revolution’.
Heron Group’s first battery storage project goes live in Banbridge
Co Derry firm’s energy subsidiary has launched 14 new BESS applications in 12 months
Exploratory geothermal drilling commences on Stormont Estate
Testing underway on project to examine renewable heat potential
Octopus Energy launches ‘buy now, pay later’ for solar panels
It means households can spread the cost of installation over several years.
Is our drive to net zero being taken seriously enough?
Big renewable projects are crucial - but so too is innovative domestic and business adoption
Experimental boreholes to be drilled at Stormont to test geothermal energy potential
Stormont Estate sits on an area with ‘shallow geothermal potential’
Wickes acquires solar panel installation firm as profits beat guidance
The London listed firm told shareholders it has agreed to buy a 51% majority stake in the parent company of solar installation company Solar Fast.