8 June, 2023 – UK-based renewable energy developer Exagen has confirmed a 12.5MW hybrid solar and battery installation in Northumberland on the site of a former coal mining site. The grid capacity and infrastructure surrounding the site allow for quick grid connection. The site is expected to generate approximately 53,000MWh annually.
7 June, 2023 – Ofgem has accepted the duty of helping meet Net Zero by 2050. The amendment to the Energy Bill aims to protect the interest of existing and future gas and electricity consumers. The reformed Energy Bill aims to end our dependency on fossil fuels and exposure to the volatile global market.
6 June, 2023 – Financing renewable projects is a common hurdle for many businesses. Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) are often a good solution however have proved to be complex and time-consuming especially for smaller organisations. To support and increase PPA’s the process needs to be made more efficient.
2 June, 2023 – The National Grid is expected to tell energy developers to speed up their projects to reduce the huge backlog of green energy projects. At present, there is a 10 to 15 year wait time, however, with new reforms the National Grid state this could be reduced by 10 years.
30 May, 2023 – Keir Starmer plans to ban new North Sea oil and gas licenses if elected, prioritizing green jobs and a renewables-driven energy sector.
26 May, 2023 – NatWest announced a £1 billion fund to be made available to UK manufacturers to roll out low-carbon technology solutions. This funding will be available until 2030 to help the UK reach its net-zero goals.
25 May, 2023 – The IEA predicts that clean energy investment will surpass oil and gas in 2023, with $2.3 trillion expected to be invested globally, $1.7 trillion of which in clean energy.
24 May, 2023 – The Science Based Targets Network has launched the first science-based targets initiative for businesses. This will allow companies to assess their environmental impact and address these issues with science-based solutions. An initial pilot phase will take place this year, with a full rollout expected next year.
23 May, 2023 – Why are solar carpark canopies a good idea? They can produce large amounts of energy to power big energy consumers such as hospitals or shopping centres. Canopies can also protect cars from rain and snow and from the hot sun during summer. Find out why solar canopies are becoming increasingly popular.
19 May, 2023 – A high court judge will hear two legal challenges against a UK deep coal mine, determining if the government breached the Paris Agreement regarding climate change. Friends of the Earth and South Lakes Action are leading the three-day hearing.
