Ministers accused of risking green investment for ‘short-term political gain’ October 5, 2023 The government’s rowing back on green pledges is putting the future of the UK’s economy at risk for the benefit of “short-term political gain."
SSE: Energy giant bullish over earnings but warns renewables output ‘below expectations’ October 4, 2023 SSE expects to report earnings of at least 30 pence per share in its half-year results next month, but warns of flagging renewable generation.
Brookfield snaps up UK onshore wind developer in reported $1bn deal October 3, 2023 One of the UK's largest renewable developed has been snapped up by Brookfield in a boost to the country's onshore industry.
Tories ‘absolutely failed’ to lead debate on net zero, says minister October 3, 2023 Nuclear minister Andrew Bowie said that the Conservatives had “absolutely failed” to have a national conversation about net-zero.
Coutinho: Firms to be given more rooftop space for solar October 2, 2023 Businesses will be able to use more of their rooftops to generate solar power to reduce the technology’s presence in the countryside.
UK tax climate putting a block on renewable projects, energy boss warns October 2, 2023 The government needs to reduce the tax burden on renewable producers or risk more companies pulling out of projects.
Drax suffers share price scare after shorting schemes unveiled September 26, 2023 Drax's share price has endured a wild journey on the London Stock Exchange today, with backers seemingly spooked.
Sunak climbdown a ‘reality check’ for UK’s net zero ambitions, says energy boss September 21, 2023 Rishi Sunak's rowback of green pledges was a "reality check" for net zero, the chief regulator of gas distribution company Cadent said.
Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust weighs up asset sales amid turmoil September 21, 2023 Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust is considering offloading a number of assets to generate cash amid challenging conditions.
Sunak’s green tweaks were mild – but his inconsistent net zero approach risks permanently alienating business September 21, 2023 Sunak's pledged row back of green pledges are less radical than expected - but rhetoric and consistency matter just as much as sound policy.