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Wednesday briefing: Why has Jackdaw been approved in the middle of a climate crisis?
The UK government approved drilling in the Jackdaw North Sea gasfield despite climate concerns, citing tax revenues and minimal emissions impact, though environmental groups argue the decision contradicts net zero commitments.
How a DC golf course landed Trump in a messy legal dispute
President Trump plans to close East Potomac Golf Links in Washington DC for 15-month renovations, prompting legal action from preservationists and regular golfers concerned about losing affordable public access to the historic course.
U.S. Small-Scale Solar Generation Has Quadrupled in the Last Decade
U.S. small-scale solar generation has increased fourfold over the past decade, reaching 92,979 gigawatthours, with California, Arizona, Texas, and Florida leading in output.
Severe drought and hosepipe bans – is your area affected?
Severe drought has been declared in parts of southern England following extended dry weather, affecting roughly 30 million people across England and Wales through hosepipe bans imposed by water companies.
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Sysco raises mid-term growth targets and outlines $500 million AI efficiency programme
Sysco raised its mid-term growth targets for fiscal 2028 and 2029 while announcing a multi-year AI efficiency programme expected to generate at least $500 million in savings by fiscal 2029.
Oracle’s stock jumps 7% on earnings beat as cloud infrastructure revenue more than doubles
Oracle shares rose 7% in extended trading after the company delivered stronger-than-expected earnings and revenue growth driven by cloud infrastructure expansion.
Octopus Energy denies it is anti-union as GMB pushes for recognition for workers
GMB union is seeking formal recognition at Octopus Energy, claiming staff want unionization, while the company denies being anti-union and says there is no staff demand for representation.
Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse
Britain’s largest household energy supplier urges customers to reduce electricity use during this week’s solar eclipse, offering rewards for participating in demand-reduction efforts as the event threatens to disrupt power generation.
Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians, including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno, have urged the prime minister to reject plans for new North Sea oil drilling, citing climate concerns and energy security doubts.
Wind Power Produced 140% Of Electricity Demand in Denmark
Denmark’s wind power reached 140% of electricity demand, generating excess energy for export. The country plans two new offshore energy islands to further expand wind capacity.
Activists from Across Indiana Demand State Leadership Reject Bailouts for Expensive Coal
Environmental activists delivered over 1,300 petitions demanding Indiana’s governor and attorney general challenge federal orders requiring continued operation of coal plants that were scheduled to retire.
Permian Gas Has Been Worth Less Than Nothing for 118 Days This Year
Chevron’s Energy Forge One is building a gas-fired power plant in the Permian Basin to address chronic oversupply of natural gas, which has traded at negative prices on 118 trading days this year.
The Race to Cut Methane Emissions Is Exposing a Global Divide
Turkmenistan, one of the world’s largest methane emitters, has begun plugging major leaks this year as part of global efforts to reduce methane emissions and meet climate pledges signed by 159 countries.
U.S. Crude Inventories Fall As Brent Prices Soar
U.S. crude inventories declined by 400,000 barrels in the week ending September 4, while Brent crude prices surged to $106 per barrel, up sharply from the previous week.
US Natural Gas Market Verging on Record Growth
US natural gas production is projected to reach record levels, with output rising to 111.7 billion cubic feet per day in 2026 and 115.9 bcfd in 2027, driven by shale expansion and LNG export growth.
Factcheck: 10 flaws in the Conservative report on ‘cheap power’
A Conservative-backed report proposes abandoning UK net-zero policies to reduce costs, but analysis shows the alternative scenario would increase emissions by 524 million tonnes and reduce electrification despite claims otherwise.