Clean Energy

2,800 jobs created as carbon capture expands on Wales and North West England

Britain improves its efforts in clean energy as the HyNet carbon capture and storage (CCUS) cluster expands, securing 800 new skilled jobs and bringing the total number of direct roles supported by the project to 2,800 across North Wales and North West England.

The UK’s plans to create thousands of clean energy jobs

The UK government's "Plan for Change" aims to create thousands of clean energy jobs nationwide by 2030.

The role of alternative fuels in the clean energy transition

Todd Anderson, Chief Technology Officer at PHINIA, charts taking the alternative route when it comes to the role of alternative fuels in the clean energy transition.

EU allocates €175 Million to boost steel and coal research

The European Commission has approved €175 million in funding for the Research Fund for Coal and Steel (RFCS) in 2025. This allocation aims to drive innovation and support the just transition steel and coal research, aligning with the European Green Deal's ambitious climate neutrality goal.

£30 million boost will support clean maritime technology and coastal economies

The UK government will be investing £30 million into accelerating the decarbonisation of sea travel and encouraging growth in coastal economies As part of the...

Empowering communities in Texas and Louisiana: The regional energy democracy initiative (REDI)

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched the Regional Energy Democracy Initiative (REDI) Consortium to help encourage collaboration between stakeholders and communities in Texas and Louisiana.

Greener flights: The UK introduces its Sustainable Aviation Fuel Mandate

As of January 1, 2025, the UK has officially started its journey to make air travel greener with the launch of its Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Mandate.

USDA’s $78.3 million investment in rural clean energy

It was announced yesterday, December 16, 2024, by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack that rural America would receive a loan to support clean energy projects.

UK’s first carbon capture project in Teesside

As the UK transitions into clean energy, they have now signed for the country's first carbon capture, usage and storage (CCUS) projects in Teeside.

Smart interoperable urban lighting

Urbis Schréder argues that smart interoperable urban lighting is shaping a sustainable future.

Denmark 28 billion fund to boost CO₂ capture and storage efforts

In June 2024, Denmark stepped up its climate efforts by launching a Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Fund, providing DKK 28.3 billion (about €3.8 billion) over the next 16 years to support the capture, transport, and storage of CO2.

Scotland’s plans to accelerate clean energy

The UK and Scottish governments have announced their new plans for large energy projects in Scotland, with hopes to strengthen the country's clean energy ambitions.

Fusion energy: The photon revolution in clean power generation

A new report from Photonics21, led by French market intelligence firm Tematys, looks at the importance of photonics in realising fusion energy. Could this be a promising solution for clean power?

EU launches interactive dashboard to enhance energy security

The European Union (EU) has revealed a tool aimed at monitoring and managing its natural gas supplies with extreme precision.

Can solar PV pave the way to net zero?

Energy Secretary Ed Milliband has relaunched the Solar Taskforce with ambitions for a solar rooftop revolution; James Cunningham, Managing Director at Geo Green Power, explains what this could look like for organisations.

Why grassroots energy partnerships are essential for a net zero future

The public sector must collaborate with the private sector to achieve net zero goals. It’s crucial for the public sector to confidently embrace working with players like SSE Energy Solutions, Neil Kirkby, Managing Director of Enterprise, writes.

Last UK coal-fired power station shuts down

The United Kingdom has said goodbye to its last coal-fired power station.

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