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Energy
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Budget 2016: small nuclear reactors competition launch
With Hinkley C touch and go and a review of tidal power underway, energy was never going to be big in the budget. That said, there were a few details announced that may help shore... -
Tidal power review: a battle for technologies?
Energy providers are squaring off over rival technologies. Mark Leftly investigates -
Hinkley impasse: EDF finance director resigns
Boardroom turmoil is emerging at EDF Energy over the Hinkley C nuclear plant -
Energy reforms essential – Infrastructure Commission publishes first report
Smarter ways of sourcing, storing and using energy can help avoid electricity black outs in future, the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) has reported. -
UK faces looming energy crunch, says new research
Growing shortfall between UK electricity generation and demand, as ageing power stations close and new, cleaner stations are yet to be built. -
Pension funds flocking to invest in infrastructure
Research from Aurium Capital Markets has revealed a 36% increase in the number of pension schemes investing in infrastructure -
Months more delay to Hinkley C
A final decision on funding for the Hinkley C nuclear power station will not happen this week as expected -
Swansea scheme in balance as government announces review of tidal lagoon energy
In a move that will cast more doubt on schemes like the Swansea Bay tidal project, the government has announced a review of the feasibility and practicality of tidal lagoon energy. -
Lights to go out by 2025
Closure of power stations are creating an energy crisis that will leave the country facing a 40-55% electricity supply gap, according to a new report by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers. -
A good forecast for onshore wind
Prospects for expansion of onshore windpower still look good in Scotland, without Government subsidies, but with a viable future owing to developing technology, the sector’s maturity and industry’s expertise. This is the view from Tony Gee & Partners, reports Jon Masters.