Clean, reliable and affordable energy is essential to mitigating climate risks and securing the future economic success of Europe. The energy transition is not simply a climate imperative — it is a strategic necessity for economic stability, national security, and long-term prosperity. But how prepared is the industry for the increasing physical impacts of climate
Russell Borthwick: urgent moment Chancellor Rachel Reeves had planned to announce an end to the energy profits levy in the Spring Statement but delayed a decision because of the Middle East crisis, it has emerged. At a meeting with industry leaders today Ms Reeves was told that action was needed quickly to avoid the loss
Respected experts Cornwall Insight says early signs are that Ofgem’s price cap for millions of households could jump back to £1,800 a year in July Worried households risk 10% jump in energy bills in July (Image: GETTY) Energy bills for millions of UK households risk surging by £160 to £1,800 a year in July because
Ipswich Borough Council have awarded a contract worth more than £100,000 to a company to complete energy performance certificates for them. Building and property company Compliance 100 were given the contract following a procurement process with the council evaluating on selection criteria of 60% price and 40% quality. The decision was made so that the
The US stock market plunged, bonds sold off, and energy prices continued to soar on Tuesday, in a sign that markets are increasingly alarmed by the escalating war on Iran after an earlier muted reaction. The S&P 500 was down 2.25 percent, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite dropped 2.3 percent in early trading on Tuesday.
For years, policymakers reassured markets that the architecture of global energy security had grown stronger. Shipping routes were diversified. Strategic reserves were expanded. Renewable energy gained momentum. Major producers coordinated more closely to shield oil prices from geopolitical shocks. The system, many believed, had matured. Yet the recent U.S.–Israel strikes on Iran have shaken that
If you’ve ever been fuming when your energy firm has set your direct debit too high or low, or because your smart meter isn’t sending readings, then you’re not alone. These are the two top issues energy customers face, according to our latest research. Some 7% of people in our latest energy customer survey told
Bloom Energy (NYSE: BE) and Plug Power (NASDAQ: PLUG) have both reported Q4 2025 earnings, and the contrast is stark. Bloom delivered a blowout quarter powered by AI data center demand and a profitable service business. Plug Power achieved something far more modest: its first positive gross margin in years. These two fuel cell companies
As someone who writes about all aspects of home energy for a living, I do try to practice what I preach. This is especially true when it comes to saving energy at home. But one place I struggle with this is not using my tumble dryer. While I do embrace methods to use my tumble
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has shared advice on heating efficiency and fixed tariff deals as the Ofgem energy price cap drops from £1,758 to £1,641 for average households from April 1 Martin Lewis has given people advice about heating bills(Image: ITV) Millions of households are poised to see their energy bills tumble this spring