The UK target of a decarbonised power system by 2035 will be missed unless the build rate of new energy sources increases soon and quickly, according to a new report from AtkinsRéalis.
The Countdown to 2035 report sets out a series of scenarios that compare actual build rates to date, with…
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Specially designed barge promises to lower cost of tidal stream energy
Tidal energy specialist Hydrowing has released a proprietary design for a modular barge to help drive down the cost of installation and maintenance of tidal stream array technology.
Cornwall-based Hydrowing, which has recently set up a new base in Wales to roll out its tidal energy solutions, says the new Quad…
Sizewell C triggers Development Consent Order, marking formal start of construction
The development of Sizewell C in Suffolk has triggered its development consent order (DCO) paving the way to the formal construction period for the 3.2GW nuclear plant.
It comes after completion of pre-construction work and satisfaction of its planning requirements as set out in its Deed of Obligation. The project was…
Campaigners launch petition and film to counter National Grid’s Suffolk ‘energy hub’
Campaign group Suffolk Energy Action Solutions (Seas) has launched a national petition and short documentary starring Ralph Fiennes to stop National Grid's infrastructure proposals as part of The Great Grid Upgrade.
The Great Grid Upgrade is designed to help the UK switch to clean energy to ensure the electricity network is…
Government publishes roadmap to reaching 24GW nuclear generation
The UK government has released a roadmap to enact the biggest expansion of nuclear power in the UK for 70 years, hoping to increase nuclear generation to 24GW by 2050.
The Civil Nuclear Roadmap details plans to increase nuclear power by four times its current amount, which will account for almost…
Government pledges to work with tidal range sector to explore its potential
The government has pledged to work with the tidal range sector to explore and take advantage of opportunities provided by tidal lagoons and barrages to reduce the country’s emissions and increase energy security.
The promise came as a result of a Parliamentary debate on the topic held on 10 January. It…
Worldwide renewable energy capacity up by 50% in 2023 but more work needed
Global renewable power capacity is now expected to grow to 7,300 GW by 2028, having increased by 50% from 2022 to 2023, according to a new report.
The Renewables 2023 report is published by the International Energy Agency (IEA), an autonomous Paris-based intergovernmental organisation that provides policy recommendations, analysis and data…
Sellafield prepares £2.4bn project and asset care execution framework
Sellafield has commenced market engagement on a new £2.4bn project and asset care execution (PACE) framework.
Suppliers on the PACE framework will be tasked with maintaining asset condition and providing new asset capabilities when needed at the Sellafield site in Cumbria. PACE will be the successor to the nuclear facility’s existing…
National Grid seeks suppliers on £295M worth of marine survey and consultancy frameworks
National Grid is seeking suppliers to join a £250M marine survey framework and a £45M marine consultancy framework.
The frameworks are part of National Grid’s Great Grid Upgrade to improve electricity transmission infrastructure around the UK. This includes numerous subsea high voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnector cables to bring offshore energy…
Norway’s commercial deep-sea mining approval deemed ‘catastrophe for the ocean’ by climate groups
The Norwegian legislature has voted to approve controversial deep-sea mining in the country’s exclusive economic zone (EEZ), which goes against EU wishes and has been dubbed a “catastrophe for the ocean” by climate groups.
Deep sea mining is the practice of removing metals and minerals from the ocean’s seabed. Thousands of…