Energy price cap rises to £1,758 amid UK cold snap
Ofgem's energy price cap rises by 0.2% from Thursday, pushing average bills to £1,758 a year. The hike coincides with severe cold weather alerts across the UK. Read our guide on how to save.
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Tranmere power cut: Residents evacuated after huge bang
Residents forced into the cold after a 'huge bang' and power loss in Birkenhead. A 30m cordon is in place as emergency services and Scottish Power respond.
Tranmere power cut: Residents evacuated after huge bang
A major incident in Birkenhead has led to a large-scale evacuation and power loss for multiple postcodes. Emergency services are on scene. Follow for live updates.
UK pays £1.45bn to switch off wind farms
Wind farms in Scotland were paid £347m not to generate power, contributing to a UK-wide bill of over £1.45bn for wasted wind energy in a year. Discover the impact on your bills.
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An Ohio mother files a wrongful death lawsuit against Centrus Energy, claiming radiation from the Portsmouth plant caused her 19-year-old daughter's fatal illness. Read the full story.
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An Ohio mother files a wrongful death lawsuit against Centrus Energy, claiming radiation from the Portsmouth plant caused her 19-year-old daughter's fatal illness. Read the full story.
Dehumidifier Running Costs & Expert Savings Tips
With energy bills high, we reveal the true cost of running a dehumidifier daily, plus expert tips to cut expenses and use it to dry laundry cheaply.
Fuel Poverty Doubles Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Risk
Exclusive research shows people in cold, damp homes are twice as likely to face dangerous carbon monoxide levels. Experts warn of a 'deadly intersection' of poverty and poor housing.
Ancient Asian heating secrets for modern UK energy bills
An architect who grew up in China's icy Harbin reveals traditional heating methods like the 'kang' bed. Could these low-energy solutions help the UK tackle fuel poverty and volatile winters?
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Planning approvals for battery storage, wind and solar in Great Britain almost doubled in 2025, hitting a record 45GW. Discover the data and the grid challenges ahead.
Martin Lewis reveals when you must accept a smart meter
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies your rights on smart meter installations. Find out when you can legally refuse and when your supplier can enforce a change.
Martin Lewis reveals when you can be forced to get a smart meter
Money expert Martin Lewis clarifies your rights when energy firms pressure you to install a smart meter. Find out when you can legally refuse and what 'dumb mode' means.
Energy price cap rises: Do a meter reading this week
The Ofgem price cap increases slightly on January 1. Here's why taking a meter reading now is vital to avoid being overcharged on your energy bills.
Octopus Energy sells Kraken stake for £6.4bn valuation
Octopus Energy sells a minority stake in its Kraken Technologies software arm, valuing it at £6.4bn and paving the way for a potential stock market flotation. Read the full details.
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South Korea's Climate Goals Conflict with US LNG Deal
South Korea pledges to retire coal plants by 2040, but a major US LNG import deal threatens to lock it into fossil fuels. Can it reconcile its green ambitions with trade pressures?
Gas Pipeline Burst in California Valley, Highway Closed
A major gas pipeline ruptured in California's Castaic valley, forcing 14,000 residents indoors and shutting a key highway. Authorities confirm no immediate danger. Read the latest.
Heated airer at 9p/hour replaces tumble dryer
A journalist tested the Spring & Spruce Speedi Dry Tower XL, a heated airer costing from 9p per hour to run. It proved so efficient and cheap that he got rid of his tumble dryer. Read the full review.
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San Francisco's Richmond District residents, hit by a Christmas blackout, now face sleepless nights due to 100-decibel generators. PG&E faces criticism for its handling of the crisis.
GMB: Cow Dung Essential for UK's Clean Energy Future
The GMB union urges the UK government to back biomethane from cow manure, claiming it could heat millions of homes and create 60,000 jobs. Discover the potential of this renewable gas.
£11bn Tidal Lagoon Proposed for Somerset Coast
Architect Julia Barfield proposes a 14-mile tidal power lagoon off Somerset to power the UK's AI boom. The £11bn project could generate 2.5GW of renewable energy and create a new coastal landmark. Read the full plan.
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Ofgem confirms a new energy price cap from January 2026, adding to household costs. Discover the exact figures, government relief plans, and how to potentially save on your bills.
Virginia Wind Firm Sues Over Trump's Project Halt
Dominion Energy sues to block a Trump administration order halting its offshore wind farm, citing $5m daily losses. Read the latest on the legal battle and its impact on US renewables.
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Turkmenistan's 'Gate to Hell' burns for over 50 years
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Octopus Energy's Zero Bills Homes Save £1,8k a Year
Octopus Energy partners with housebuilders to offer homes with zero energy bills for a decade. New scheme could save homeowners nearly £1,800 annually. Read how it works.
US Petrol Prices Hit Four-Year Low for Christmas
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Petrol prices hit four-year low for Christmas travel
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