March 16, 2026

Energy

Energy

New energy bill help announced after huge price spike – what you need to know

New energy bill help announced after huge price spike – what you need to know – The Mirror Need to know Heating oil is not protected by the energy price cap and its price per litre has spiked in recent weeks following disruption of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz 10:51, 16 Mar 2026Updated 11:12,

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Renewables auctions brought forward to boost energy security

The government will bring forward the next round of renewable energy auctions in a move designed to give investors greater certainty as ministers accelerate the push for energy security. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband confirmed the next Contracts for Difference auction – Allocation Round 8 – will open in July 2026 earlier than expected. Officials say

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War-driven energy price spikes highlight value of renewables: UN climate chief

Speaking at the 2026 Green Growth Summit in Brussels, Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), said the volatility underscored the strategic value of renewable energy. “Renewables turn the tables,” he said during a keynote address to the event, which brings together European climate and environment ministers alongside businesses,

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The UK is struggling to achieve its aims on clean energy

Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the UK energy myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. The war fought by the US and Israel against Iran has reminded us of the many previous shocks to oil and gas prices during the past half-century or so, notably in the 1970s. It demonstrates

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Pii Energy to unveil Edge 2000 plug-in home energy system in “Pi Day” event – pv magazine USA

The Edge 2000 kit includes everything needed to gather, store, and use solar power in conjunction with a home’s existing wiring. March 14, 2026 Ben Zientara Albuquerque-based Pii Energy has announced the launch of its Edge 2000 plug-in home energy system during a live demonstration on March 14, colloquially known as “Pi Day.”  The Edge

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The healthiest energy drinks, revealed: All the new brands ranked from worst to best… and the one diet experts say to avoid

They have been blamed for triggering life-threatening heart problems, anxiety and even liver and kidney damage. Yet despite their grim reputation, energy drinks remain hugely popular – with more than a third of adults consuming them regularly. They are even more popular among teenagers, with some surveys suggesting almost 70 per cent drink them – despite

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When are energy bills going up and what can you do about it?

Conflict in the Middle East has seen disruption to global fuel supplies, which in turn, has caused wholesale energy prices to spike. There’s been a lot of volatility in the energy market over the last few years, with households facing high energy bills as a result, so it’s not surprising that current tensions are causing

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UK economy stagnated in January as energy shock looms

The UK economy stagnated in January, marking a tepid start to the year even before the conflict in the Middle East triggered a global energy shock. Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) fell short of economists’ expectations, showing no growth, despite a Reuters poll forecast of 0.2%. Over the three months to January,

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Change energy use to reduce pollution and protect our health | Air pollution

The European Code Against Cancer is right to place air pollution firmly on the policy agenda, as your report highlights (Tackling air pollution should be part of government work to cut cancer rates, scientists say, 6 March). But buying air filters and limiting wood burning at home aren’t solving the issue at its root. If

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Trump’s energy secretary warned Iran war would create oil crisis

It was this type of posturing that first brought Mr Wright to the attention of the president’s inner circle. Harold Hamm, the billionaire oil executive who donated millions of dollars to Mr Trump’s campaign and advised on energy issues, pushed for Mr Wright to be tapped for energy secretary. He had been involved in an

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