Drax burns 250-year-old Canadian trees for energy
Controversy erupts as Drax power plant continues burning ancient Canadian trees while receiving billions in UK green subsidies. Experts question environmental credentials.
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Net Zero Drive to Add £160 to Annual Electricity Bills
New analysis reveals UK households face a £160 annual electricity bill rise by 2030 due to green levies, despite falling wholesale prices. Discover the full impact of Labour's Net Zero strategy.
Heat Pump Subsidy Cuts Threaten UK Energy Bills
Scrapping green subsidies could cost households billions and delay Britain's transition to affordable energy. Experts warn this short-term thinking will backfire.
Heat pump subsidies cut for thousands in budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans to restrict heat pump subsidies to lower-income households only, aiming to reduce energy bills by £170 annually. Find out how the budget affects you.
Australia's renewable energy push backfires on power prices
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia's rapid transition to renewables has triggered soaring electricity costs, with consumers paying the price for grid instability and infrastructure challenges.
Energy giants unite to prevent mass job losses
In a dramatic political intervention, renewable energy leaders have united with traditional oil and gas companies to demand urgent government action, warning that Britain faces devastating employment consequences without immediate policy support.
Solar Panel Fire Crisis Hits UK Rooftops
Exclusive investigation reveals mounting safety concerns as solar panel fires surge across UK rooftops, threatening to derail Labour's ambitious renewable energy plans.
Millions Owed Energy Credit From Closed Accounts
New Ofcom research reveals energy customers with closed accounts may have significant credit balances waiting to be claimed, as bills remain stubbornly high.
£240M Energy Credit Scandal: 2 Million Owed Refunds
Ofgem uncovers massive energy credit scandal with 2 million customers owed refunds from old accounts. Discover if you're due money and how to claim your share of £240 million.
UK Energy Debt Hits £3 Billion Crisis Point
New Ofgem data reveals Britain's escalating energy debt crisis with households owing £3 billion to suppliers. Discover how rising standing charges and vulnerable customers are struggling amid the cost-of-living emergency.
Labour's Green Energy Revolution: Jobs & Lower Bills
Shadow Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announces Labour's ambitious plan to overhaul UK energy infrastructure, creating jobs while tackling climate change and reducing household costs.
Miliband's wind farms generate less power than claimed
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband faces scrutiny as official data reveals UK wind farms generating significantly less electricity than previously claimed, raising questions about Net Zero targets.
Ofgem pressured to return £4bn energy windfall
Energy regulator Ofgem is under fire to redirect £4 billion in network company profits back to consumers as bills remain stubbornly high despite falling wholesale prices.
Miliband's £1.1bn annual boost for offshore wind
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband unveils ambitious £1.1bn yearly funding package to accelerate UK offshore wind projects, positioning Britain as global clean energy leader.
Morrison's Solar Shock Reveals UK Renewable Crisis
Scott Morrison's dramatic solar installation admission exposes the harsh realities of Britain's green energy transition, raising urgent questions about cost and practicality for ordinary households.
Octopus Energy's £20 Trick to Cut Heating Bills
Energy giant Octopus reveals how moving your radiator controls could dramatically reduce heating costs this winter. Discover the easy hack that takes seconds but could save you hundreds.
Energy Experts Reveal Cheapest Time To Use Appliances
Four top energy specialists agree on the optimal times to use washing machines, tumble dryers and dishwashers to dramatically reduce electricity costs.
EDF's Power Move: Save £150 on Energy Bills
EDF unveils innovative 'Power Move' tariff offering substantial savings for customers willing to shift electricity usage away from peak hours. Find out if this flexible pricing plan could cut your energy costs.
SNP urged to end nuclear ban amid energy crisis fears
A leading economic think tank urges Scottish government to reconsider nuclear energy ban, warning current renewable strategy risks leaving Scotland in the dark and damaging economic competitiveness.
Miliband: Energy bill savings could be wiped out
Labour's shadow energy secretary admits rising electricity prices could wipe out promised savings from GB Energy plan, sparking Conservative criticism over 'empty promises'.
Cheap Power Revolution: How Britain Saves £300BN on Energy
Groundbreaking analysis reveals Britain could slash energy costs by £300 billion while accelerating climate goals through strategic infrastructure investment and embracing cheap renewable power.
Starmer: Green energy switch may raise bills first
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confronts political reality as he acknowledges his flagship green energy transition may temporarily increase household costs before delivering long-term savings.
EDF's Collective Energy Tariff Saves Households £150+
EDF launches revolutionary collective switching energy tariff that could save UK households over £150 annually. Exclusive deal offers fixed rates below current price cap.
Westminster pushes nuclear power for Scotland
In a bold move challenging Holyrood's long-standing opposition, Scottish Secretary Alister Jack is spearheading efforts to bring new nuclear power generation to Scotland, arguing it's essential for energy security and net zero ambitions.
Energy supplier collapse threatens thousands of customers
Another UK energy supplier faces imminent collapse, threatening to leave thousands of households in limbo amid the ongoing cost of living crisis. Here's what customers need to know.
Labour's electric car tax plans spark outrage
Rachel Reeves' Net Zero strategy faces criticism as plans emerge to tax electric vehicles while cutting purchase incentives, creating confusion over Labour's green agenda.
28 Energy Suppliers Offering £150 Free Credit
Households across Britain could slash their energy bills with exclusive switching bonuses worth up to £150. Discover which suppliers are offering free credit and how to claim your energy cash boost today.
Free Electric Blankets: Octopus & OVO Winter Giveaway
Major energy suppliers Octopus and OVO are distributing free electric blankets and other energy-saving gadgets to help customers slash heating bills this winter. Discover how to claim these cost-cutting essentials.
Labour's 2030 Clean Energy Plan Faces Cost Criticism
The Labour government's ambitious 2030 clean power target faces mounting criticism as energy experts question its financial viability and practical implementation.
15 million Brits couldn't afford £3,000 energy bills
Exclusive research reveals nearly 15 million UK adults would struggle to afford energy bills above £3,000 annually, with vulnerable households facing impossible choices between heating and eating.
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