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Energy firms complete UK’s first ‘hydrogen blending’ trial to power grid
A 2% blend of low-carbon gas injected into gas grid to fuel Brigg power station in North Lincolnshire is a UK firstEnergy companies have injected green hydrogen into Britain’s gas grid and used the low-carbon gas to generate electricity, in a landmark development for the UK’s climate […]
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Australia’s household energy bills will halve by 2050, modelling suggests
Grattan Institute report argues fall in costs will provide federal government room for more action on climateFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereAustralian household energy bills will […]
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Electricity from renewables overtakes coal in Australia for the first time
Want to get more charts in your inbox every fortnight? Sign up for The Crunch hereElectricity generated from renewable sources has surpassed the amount of electricity generated from coal in Australia for the first time.In September electricity from solar, wind hydro and biomass totalled 9.24 […]
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Trump officials cancel major solar project in latest hit to renewable energy
Esmeralda 7 in Nevada would have produced enough energy to power 2m homesThe Trump administration has killed a huge proposed solar power project in Nevada that would have been one of the largest in the world, indicating that the White House plans to attack not only wind power but all renewable […]
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Richard Tice has 15-year record of supporting ‘net stupid zero’ initiatives
Firms led by deputy Reform UK leader since 2011 have shown commitment to saving energy and cutting CO2 emissionsHe never seems to tire of deriding “net stupid zero”, but Reform UK’s deputy leader, Richard Tice, has a 15-year business record of support for sustainability and green […]
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One of world’s biggest windfarm developers to cut quarter of workforce
Ørsted plans to shrink company after Trump administration causes share price to plunge to all-time lowOne of the world’s biggest windfarm developers will cut its workforce by a quarter in the next two years after a series of setbacks for the industry.The Danish wind giant Ørsted […]
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Australia must ‘have the guts’ to stand up to Japanese companies reselling gas for profit, Husic says
Labor backbencher is calling for drastic intervention to secure supplies for the east coastSign up for climate and environment editor Adam Morton’s free Clear Air newsletter hereGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe Labor backbencher Ed Husic is demanding an […]
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10 US Hospitals With the Most Comprehensive Renewable Energy Programs
Hospitals across the U.S. are cutting emissions and energy costs with solar panels, geothermal systems, and more. See which 10 facilities are leading the way in renewable energy and sustainable health care. Read the full article: 10 US Hospitals With the Most Comprehensive Renewable Energy Programs […]
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Best Options for Energy-Efficient Basement Construction: Your Guide to Sustainable Underground Spaces
Choosing the right basement foundation is key to building an energy-efficient home. This guide compares top sustainable construction methods and builders. Read the full article: Best Options for Energy-Efficient Basement Construction: Your Guide to Sustainable Underground Spaces […]
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BLUETTI Charger 1 Review: Fast, Safe Off-Grid Power
The BLUETTI Charger 1 turns your vehicle’s alternator into a fast, eco-friendly power source for charging portable stations on the go. With 560W output and smart safety features, it’s a must-have for road trippers and off-grid adventurers. Read the full article: BLUETTI Charger 1 […]
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Global renewable energy generation surpasses coal for first time
Record solar expansion and steady wind growth driving world’s shift away from fossil fuels in 2025, report findsThe world’s wind and solar farms have generated more electricity than coal plants for the first time this year, marking a turning point for the global power system, according […]
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Nearly two thirds of Tory members want pact with Reform, poll suggests, with close to half supporting full merger – as it happened
Half of Tory members also want Kemi Badenoch to be replaced as Conservative leader. This live blog is closedMel Stride, the shadow chancellor, was doing an interview round for the Conservatives this morning, and Miatta Fahnbulleh, the faith and communities minister, was on the air on behalf of the […]
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Trump’s hatred for renewables means the US is falling behind the rest of the world
As well as embracing ‘beautiful coal’, the president has set about obliterating clean energy projects Continue reading... […]
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Cut your energy bills by a third? No, these ‘energy-saving plugs’ will cause nothing but hassle
The plastic ‘eco-plugs sold via social media or cold calls either never arrive or have no benefits when they do. And they can be dangerousEnergy bills are on the rise and winter is coming. The solution? How about a plug-in box which promises to save you money by making household appliances […]
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Trump officials cut nearly $8bn in clean energy projects in Democratic states
Democrats and environmental groups slam move as ‘sick political game’ and say it will drive up energy billsThe Trump administration is cancelling $7.6bn in grants that supported hundreds of clean energy projects in 16 states, all of which voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in last […]
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As Tories vow to scrap ‘failed targets’, how do their climate claims stack up?
We fact check Kemi Badenoch and her party after she promised to repeal Climate Change Act if they win power Continue reading... […]
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Snowy Hydro 2.0 flags another cost blowout with $12bn price tag now considered unachievable
Pumped hydro project in Kosciuszko national park is 67% complete, but supply chain cost increases and issues with a borer have caused cost overrunFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastSnowy Hydro is preparing for another […]
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UK politics: Jenrick’s ideas mostly ‘my thoughts repackaged’, says Badenoch – as it happened
Tory leader also claims the party was close to bankruptcy when she took over last yearKemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change ActVoters trust the Green party most … on green issues, is the rather unsurprising finding of a poll by YouGov looking at how voters view the party, which starts […]
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Lifting the ‘constant black cloud’: how a smog-bound city cut dangerous levels of air pollution
A 30-year effort driven by long-term policies is finally paying off in Santiago in Chile – but the challenge is far from overIn Santiago, this winter was different. The mountains surrounding the city – the same ones that usually trap smog and turn it into a “pressure cooker” […]
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Kemi Badenoch vows to repeal Climate Change Act
Tory leader says she would replace it with ‘cheap energy’ strategy, ending decades-long consensus on climateKemi Badenoch has vowed to repeal the Climate Change Act if the Conservatives win the next election, doing away with controls on greenhouse gas emissions and dismantling what has […]
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Here comes the sun! The solar energy revolution – podcast
Why might authoritarians fear the rise of green energy? With Bill McKibbenLast week Donald Trump let the UN general assembly know exactly what he thought about renewable energy sources. “I’ve been right about everything and I’m telling you that if you don’t get away from […]
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Corporate ‘middlemen’ mask who really profits from Australian fossil fuel projects, report warns
Nominee companies – paid to be listed as shareholders on behalf of unnamed investors – could be reducing accountability over financial support of industryFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThree global banks […]
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Will Labour’s fracking ban end practice in the UK for good?
Ed Miliband’s move to bring forward ban is gambit to stop would-be Reform voters from backing Nigel Farage’s pro-fracking partyEd Miliband announced on Wednesday that Labour was speeding up plans to bring in a “total ban” on fracking. But how will this work and could it stop […]
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How Is Pure Steam Used in Industrial Processes?
Pure steam provides a contamination-free heat source for sterilization, steam-in-place, and cleanroom humidification. This guide explains how it’s generated, where it’s applied, and why it’s essential for regulatory compliance in sterile manufacturing. Read the full article: How […]