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Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network rewiring costs have risen 50% to nearly £90bn in the 2030s, according to the government-owned energy system operator, reflecting accelerated clean energy targets and rising inflation.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A billionaire-led consortium plans to invest £35bn building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, including a former nuclear facility in Gloucestershire, targeting power generation beginning in 2034.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Britain’s grid operator warned of potential power supply strain during Thursday’s extreme heat, marking the third heatwave of the year as temperatures approach 34C across southern England.
BP boss urges Burnham to prioritise UK oil and gas even as firm exits North Sea
BP’s chief executive urged UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham to prioritize domestic oil and gas production even as the company prepares to exit its North Sea operations after six decades.
Power Systems Have More Flexibility Plans Than Flexible Grids
A study of 25 electricity systems found that grid flexibility planning often outpaces actual operational capability, with most systems averaging lower scores on delivery metrics than on institutional design.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor nearly doubled profits to $11.5 billion in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil and gas prices amid geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
BP puts North Sea oil and gas business up for sale
BP has launched a formal sale process for its North Sea oil and gas operations after six decades of production, as new CEO Meg O’Neill works to streamline the company and reduce debt levels.
Hydrogen Trains Get Headlines. Battery Trains Get Used.
India’s first hydrogen passenger train arrives with impressive credentials, but railway operators prioritize reliability and long-term operational viability over headline-grabbing technological records.
Russia’s Labor Shortage Worsens as Central Asian Workers Stay Away
Russia’s labor migration from Central Asia fell 15 percent in the first half of 2026, worsening the country’s critical worker shortage amid stricter policies and competing recruitment efforts.
EV Charging Infrastructure Partnerships Starting to Grow In Kenya
Kenya’s electric bus sector is expanding through innovative pay-as-you-drive programs, with BasiGo and Rubis Energy Kenya now partnering to deploy fast-charging stations across key transport corridors.
Renewables Provide More Than 30% of US Electricity
Renewable energy sources provided more than 30% of U.S. electricity in the first five months of 2026, with solar and wind combined accounting for over 22% of domestic electrical generation.
Britain ‘faces deindustrialisation’ without relief from high energy prices, survey warns
Britain’s manufacturing sector faces potential collapse as thousands of companies warn of possible bankruptcy within the next year due to energy costs double those in continental Europe, a survey finds.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrades for the 2030s could cost nearly £90bn, 50% higher than previous estimates, according to the National Energy System Operator.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
North Sea oil industry groups urge incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters, citing support for manufacturing and industrial capability amid energy transition debates.
Greece Exposes the Limits of Europe’s Russia Energy Sanctions
Greece’s push for exemptions in EU sanctions on Russian LNG shipping has exposed tensions between Europe’s geopolitical goals and commercial interests, highlighting the critical role of maritime logistics in energy trade.
Hybrid Hydropower Could Unlock Europe’s Next Renewable Energy Boom
A new report finds that 25 GW of wind and solar capacity could be added to existing hydropower plants across seven EU countries, potentially doubling grid connection use without requiring additional infrastructure expansion.
Ukraine’s Drone War Is Choking Kazakhstan’s Oil Exports
Kazakhstan’s crude oil exports face severe disruption as Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian infrastructure and Black Sea shipping disrupt the Caspian Pipeline Consortium, which handles 80% of the country’s oil exports.
Unions attack ‘year-long delay’ for Tata Steel furnace’s grid connection in south Wales
Trade unions are urging government intervention as Tata Steel’s new electric arc furnace in south Wales faces a potential year-long delay in connecting to the electricity grid.
Drax cleared after investigation into sourcing of wood pellets
The Financial Conduct Authority has closed its investigation into Drax power plant, finding no evidence of misleading shareholder claims regarding wood pellet sourcing after reviewing thousands of pages of material.
Exploit last North Sea oil and gas or risk mass job losses, Andy Burnham urged
The director of the British Chambers of Commerce urged Andy Burnham to permit exploitation of remaining North Sea oil and gas fields to prevent substantial job losses in Scotland and northeast England.
Ministers urged to curb energy costs as Great British homes face 13% bill surge
Great Britain faces a 13% surge in energy bills this week as household charges rise to £1,862 annually, coinciding with record consumer energy debt reaching nearly £4.8bn.
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