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• ‘I’m switched off’: frustration and fatigue as power cuts keep Ecuador in the dark

  11-11-2024 13:00
  
  Facing a severe drought and reliant on hydropower, the country is enduring relentless blackouts. But experts say opportunities have been missed to adapt and diversifyIt’s 6.30pm in Quito, and Anamary Mazorra Vázquez’s flat has fallen into darkness after weeks of government-mandated power cuts to manage Ecuador’s electricity crisis. She puts clothes away by the light of her phone while her husband, Roberto Vaca, seated on the bed by the window, uses the streetlights to he
  
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• Queensland regional councils kept in the dark about nuclear power plant plans, inquiry hears

  13-11-2024 06:39
  
  Federal inquiry hears support for a nuclear industry in central Queensland even though local councillors say they were not consultedFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastQueensland regional councils and utility companies were not consulted about plans to build a nuclear power plant in their area before it was publicly announced, an inquiry has been told.But the controversial energy technology could be welcomed by many cen
  
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• Great British Nuclear enters final negotiations with four companies for UK’s SMR programme

  13-11-2024 03:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Great British Nuclear (GBN), the government’s expert body for nuclear energy projects, has today announced it is entering final negotiations with four companies as part of the UK’s Small Modular Reactor (SMR) programme.
  The shortlisted bidders – GE Hitachi, Holtec, Rolls Royce SMR, and Westinghouse – were selected after a rigorous two-stage evaluation process that examined each design’s potential to support a fleet of SMRs in the UK.Each of the four designs has unde
  
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• Ofgem approves major undersea energy links

  13-11-2024 02:38 via energylivenews.com
  
  Ofgem has given the green light to five major undersea energy projects that will bring a boost to Great Britain’s clean energy capabilities and energy security.The projects will harness the potential of North Sea wind power to provide electricity to millions of homes across the UK, and could position Great Britain as a net exporter of energy by 2030.
  Two of the projects will create the country’s first Offshore Hybrid Assets (OHAs), capable of directly channelling offshore wind energy
  
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• Low Carbon unveils plans for 500MW renewable energy park in Kent

  13-11-2024 01:01 via energylivenews.com
  
  Renewable energy firm Low Carbon has revealed early-stage plans for a significant new solar and energy storage park, South Kent Energy Park, located on Romney Marsh, near Old Romney in Kent.
  This 500MW project is expected to supply enough renewable energy to power approximately 140,000 homes annually, amounting to 20% of the county’s households.Spanning an area of 600 hectares near the Folkestone and Hythe District, the South Kent Energy Park would occupy land north and south of the A259,
  
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• Council calls for stronger fire service role in planning renewable energy sites

  12-11-2024 16:30 via energylivenews.com
  
  West Lindsey District Council has voted to call on the government to give local fire and rescue services a greater role in planning applications for renewable energy sites, particularly Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
  The motion, which was unanimously supported by councillors at the council meeting on Monday, aims to ensure that fire services are consulted during the planning process for such developments.Since July 2020, BESS sites have fallen outside the national planning infrastructure
  
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• ‘We need to show what we’re trying to do is worth it’: voice of the UK energy industry steps down

  12-11-2024 15:47
  
  After five years making Energy UK ‘noisier’ on green issues, Emma Pinchbeck has been picked to lead the UK’s fight against global heating‘I was a risk when they hired me,” smiles Emma Pinchbeck. The chief executive of Energy UK, the voice of the industry, is hours away from a black-tie awards event that will serve as her unofficial leaving do. After almost five years in the role, she will join the government’s climate watchdog, the Climate Change Committee, in
  
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• London Gateway launches ‘world’s first’ all-electric berth to boost port capacity

  12-11-2024 15:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  DP World has officially launched its £350 million fourth berth at London Gateway.
  The new 430-metre all-electric berth will handle large vessels with enhanced efficiency, using a fleet of electric vehicles and equipment to service the ships.
  The first ship to dock at the new berth was the MSC Sena.This new berth will increase the port’s trading capacity by over 30%, improving global connectivity and allowing for faster ship turnaround times.
  The launch of the new berth has also led t
  
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• Two killed in Coventry house fire caused by converted e-bike

  12-11-2024 14:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Two people have died in a house fire in Coventry, which was caused by a converted e-bike catching fire while the residents were sleeping.
  West Midlands Fire Service responded to the blaze shortly before 4.40am on Friday, 8 November, at The Coppice in the Stoke Aldermoor area.Four fire engines from Coventry, Binley, Foleshill, and Canley attended the scene, with the first crew arriving within four minutes.The fire, which affected the entire first-floor maisonette, was described as severe.Fire inv
  
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• Keir Starmer sets 81% emissions cut target by 2035 at COP29

  12-11-2024 13:32 via energylivenews.com
  
  In his first address to COP29, UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer laid out an ambitious climate agenda, signalling his intention to restore the UK’s position as a global leader in environmental action.
  Sir Keir Starmer committed to a new target, aiming for an 81% reduction in UK emissions by 2035, using 1990 levels as a baseline.
  His speech focused on the need for proactive engagement in tackling climate change, framed as both a necessity and an opportunity for economic renewal.Starmer pre
  
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• Subsea cables to help Britain meet green energy goal get green light

  12-11-2024 13:14
  
  Ofgem gives green light to five interconnectors capable of powering millions of homesBusiness live – latest updatesProjects to lay five subsea power cables capable of powering millions of homes have been given the green light as Great Britain prepares to use its giant offshore windfarms to become a net exporter of green electricity in the 2030s.The energy regulator, Ofgem, has approved three subsea cable projects linking Great Britain to power grids in Germany, Ireland and Northern Ireland
  
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• Inquiry launched into workforce needed for UK’s clean energy targets

  12-11-2024 13:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  The UK’s Energy Security and Net Zero Committee has launched an inquiry to address the workforce needs for the country’s clean energy transition.
  The inquiry will explore the challenges of recruiting and retraining workers to meet the goals of a clean energy sector, including retrofitting homes and businesses.The Committee aims to examine how the government can ensure a sufficient, sustainable workforce for the clean energy mission by 2030 and beyond.It will also assess the role of t
  
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• UN chief urges faster climate action as COP29 opens

  12-11-2024 11:45 via energylivenews.com
  
  As COP29 commenced in Baku, Azerbaijan, UN Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a powerful message to global leaders, urging urgent and decisive action against climate change.
  Speaking at the opening of the World Leaders’ Climate Action Summit, Mr Guterres warned that the world is in a “final countdown” to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius, stressing that time is rapidly running out.Guterres highlighted 2024 as an unprecedented year for climate
  
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• Wind power leads UK electricity generation in October

  12-11-2024 11:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  In October, wind power was the largest contributor to electricity generation in Great Britain, accounting for 31.2% of the total.
  Gas followed closely behind, providing 29.5%, according to statistics published by the National Energy System Operator.
  Overall, over half of the electricity generated came from zero-carbon sources, with a peak of 83% on 12th October at 9:30 pm.The closure of the last remaining coal-fired power station in September meant no coal was used in October.
  In terms of gas su
  
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• Are carbon offsetting and Net Zero the same thing?

  12-11-2024 10:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Amy Collins, a solutions architect, comes clean about understanding this fundamental difference between carbon offsetting and Net Zero, and explains the impact of positive progress on corporate reputation.
  With so much, from regulations to technologies, changing around us, how does she keep pace?
  Download the Equity Energies Carbon Admissions report below.Download the report belowName(Required)FirstLastEmail(Required)Enter EmailConfirm EmailThe post Are carbon offsetting and Net Zero the same th
  
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• When does the next energy price cap come into effect?

  12-11-2024 09:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  On Friday 22nd November, Ofgem is set to announce the next energy price cap for the period between 1st January to 31st March 2025.
  The price cap ensures that energy prices for customers on standard variable tariffs, including those paying by Direct Debit, standard credit, prepayment meters, or Economy 7 meters, remain fair and reflective of energy costs.
  The cap is based on typical household energy usage, which is regularly reviewed by Ofgem.The current energy price cap is £1,717 per year
  
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• UK sets out key goals for COP29

  12-11-2024 07:06 via energylivenews.com
  
  Secretary for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband, detailed the UK’s focus areas for the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan.Ed Miliband highlighted the need for a new international climate finance goal to succeed the $100 billion (£77.7bn) annual target, which has been deemed insufficient.
  Known as the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), the updated target aims to mobilise resources from both public and private sectors.
  The UK is committed to working with international
  
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• Lords to debate cost of renewable energy and its impact on UK energy prices

  12-11-2024 06:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  On Thursday 14th November, members of the House of Lords will hold a debate on the cost of renewable energy and its effect on energy prices in the UK.The debate will be introduced by Lord Frost, a Conservative peer and trustee of the Global Warming Policy Foundation.It is a general debate, where members of the House of Lords will discuss current issues and highlight concerns for the government.The discussion will focus on the financial implications of renewable energy sources and their role in s
  
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• COP29: UK to commit to 81% emissions reduction by 2035

  12-11-2024 02:30 via energylivenews.com
  
  The UK is poised to announce one of its most ambitious climate commitments yet, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer expected to confirm a target to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 81% from 1990 levels by 2035.
  This target is developed in line with advice from the UK’s Climate Change Committee (CCC).
  According to reports, this goal will be presented as the UK’s “nationally determined contribution” (NDC), a term used in international climate agreements, at the UN’s Cop29
  
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• Nearly 37% of UK SME business leaders unaware of their energy source

  12-11-2024 02:01 via energylivenews.com
  
  Research commissioned by tem. reveals that 37% of SME business leaders in the UK are unsure whether their energy comes from fossil fuels or renewable sources, and many say their energy suppliers are not helping them switch to greener alternatives.The report highlights significant concerns among businesses regarding the green energy transition.One of the main barriers identified is the perceived cost, with 35% of business leaders believing that moving to green energy would increase their energy e
  
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• UK Prime Minister at COP29 to highlight £5tn green investment opportunity

  12-11-2024 01:01 via energylivenews.com
  
  Prime Minister Keir Starmer has arrived in Baku, Azerbaijan, for the COP29 climate summit, where he will present the economic potential of the global transition to green energy.
  Keir Starmer is expected to address nearly 100 international delegations, highlighting Britain’s commitment to addressing climate change and promoting international partnerships.Mr Starmer will outline the estimated £5.43 trillion investment opportunity associated with transitioning to green energy worldwide,
  
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• Keir Starmer to unveil ambitious new UK climate goal at Cop29

  11-11-2024 20:41
  
  Exclusive: Target is 81% emissions cut compared with 1990, but activists say it must be backed by plan of actionKeir Starmer will announce a stringent new climate goal for the UK on Tuesday, the Guardian can reveal, with a target in line with the advice given to the government by its scientists and independent advisers.The UK will pledge to cut emissions by 81% compared with 1990 levels by 2035, a target in line with the recommendations of the Climate Change Committee. Continue reading...
  
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• What are the commercial considerations around Net Zero?

  11-11-2024 15:25 via energylivenews.com
  
  Finance director Seetal Patel talks about tracking the financial impact of Net Zero decisions, and extols the virtues of internal collaboration to drive Net Zero delivery in the latest Carbon Admissions interview.
  Download the Equity Energies Carbon Admissions report here.Download the report belowName(Required)FirstLastEmail(Required)Enter EmailConfirm EmailThe post What are the commercial considerations around Net Zero? appeared first on Energy Live News.
  
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• Trump 2.0 could make even the most optimistic climate observers cynical – but it's not the whole story | Adam Morton

  11-11-2024 15:00
  Much is unclear about how Donald Trump’s return to power will affect efforts to tackle global heating but there are a few things we can sayYou’ve probably already heard the worst-case takes: that a second Trump presidency is a disaster for the climate, and will almost certainly lead to emissions being higher than they otherwise would have been. There’s obvious truth in that. But it’s also true that Trump 2.0 will almost certainly not play out in line with immediate post-e
  
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• ‘Smart meter issues cause billing problems in northern England and Scotland’

  11-11-2024 14:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Smart energy meters in northern England and Scotland are facing significant issues, with customers struggling to receive accurate bills or submit readings due to signal problems, BBC Panorama has learned.
  The problem stems from the technology used to transmit data from the meters to energy suppliers.In southern parts of Great Britain, including the Midlands, Wales and southern England, smart meters use wireless cellular technology similar to mobile phones.
  This allows for better signal coverage,
  
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• CASE STUDY: ElecLink Dispatch System Damas MMS:Inca Implementation

  11-11-2024 13:09 via energylivenews.com
  
  Passing through the Channel Tunnel, ElecLink is a 1000 MW high-voltage direct current electrical interconnector between the UK and France. Completed in 2022, this interconnector has since achieved cross-border flows with a low environmental impact, improved energy supply security, and provided current and future cost savings.
  How Damas MMS:Inca Supports ElecLink in 5 Basic Steps:Along with the Interconnector Capability, the aggregated and netted nominations from the Nomination Platform are the i
  
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• 2024 on track to be hottest year on record

  11-11-2024 13:05 via energylivenews.com
  
  According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), 2024 is on track to become the hottest year ever recorded, with global average temperatures 1.54°C above pre-industrial levels during the first nine months of the year.
  This marks a significant milestone in the ongoing trend of global warming, which has been intensified by an El Niño event.The WMO’s State of the Climate 2024 Update, issued on the first day of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, emphasizes the accelerating pace of
  
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• New fixed energy deal £120 cheaper than price cap

  11-11-2024 12:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  From 11th November, MoneySuperMarket customers can access a new fixed energy deal from E.ON.
  The E.ON Next Fixed 12m v33 tariff, priced at £1,597, is the cheapest one-year fixed deal among major suppliers.
  This deal is £120 cheaper than the current energy price cap of £1,717 and will be available for two weeks exclusively through MoneySuperMarket and MoneySavingExpert.Energy experts suggest that fixing your rate now can help protect against future price hikes and provide more s
  
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• “Let’s rise together”: UN climate chief’s urgent call at COP29

  11-11-2024 09:37 via energylivenews.com
  
  UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell opened COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, with an urgent call for stronger global cooperation to confront the climate crisis.
  Reflecting on the impacts of climate disasters, Mr Stiell described the resilience of individuals like Florence, an 85-year-old woman from his community in Carriacou, who recently lost her home due to climate change.
  Her story, he said, is emblematic of millions worldwide facing similar struggles.Mr Stiell stressed that the world
  
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• ‘Levels are dropping’: drought saps Zambia and Zimbabwe of hydropower

  11-11-2024 06:00
  
  Vast human-made Lake Kariba is at near-record low, causing daily power cuts and devastating two African economiesAll is not well with the waters of Lake Kariba, the world’s largest human-made lake. A punishing drought has drained the huge reservoir close to record lows, raising the prospect that the Kariba Dam, which powers the economies of Zambia and Zimbabwe, may have to shut down for the first time in its 65-year history.Under the heat of the dry-season sun, the lake looks vast, serene.
  
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