Wales wins major offshore wind contracts
The UK Government's latest green energy auction has awarded contracts to two major offshore wind projects in Wales, set to power nearly a million homes and bring billions in investment.
The UK Government's latest green energy auction has awarded contracts to two major offshore wind projects in Wales, set to power nearly a million homes and bring billions in investment.
The Met Office has issued a severe yellow wind warning for parts of Britain, forecasting gusts up to 85mph that pose a 'danger to life' from flying debris. Stay informed and prepare for travel disruption.
National Grid unveils updated plans for the LionLink interconnector, a pioneering project to deliver affordable, wind-generated energy to millions of UK households. Public consultation opens in January 2026.
Octopus Energy founder Greg Jackson warns UK energy bills are kept high by a wasteful system, including paying wind farms to switch off. He calls for urgent government action.
The Met Office has issued a 20-hour yellow weather warning for Christmas Day, warning of strong winds and potential power disruptions across 26 areas in South West England and Wales. Find the full list here.
Dramatic weather maps forecast a return of the 'Beast from the East' with snow and -6C wind chill for eastern England on New Year's Eve. Get the latest UK forecast and travel warnings.
The Met Office forecasts a significant turn to colder, windier conditions from 1st January. Find out what the New Year weather shift means for you.
A public consultation has begun for the proposed Foel Fach Wind Farm near Bala. The 72MW project could power 68,000 homes and features an £8,000/MW community fund. Have your say by February 9th.
A unique studio apartment in central Newcastle, featuring a bed suspended from the ceiling in a blue fabric pod, has hit the market for £199,000. Discover this Manhattan-inspired space.
County Durham's Tekmar Group secures an €8m contract for a major UK offshore wind farm, boosting its order backlog to £29m. CEO Richard Turner says the firm is on a much stronger footing than a year ago. Read the full update.
A man has died after falling from a vessel off the Sussex coast. Coastguard led a major search operation after the incident near the Rampion Wind Farm. Read the latest details.
The Crown Estate confirms Ocean Winds for a third 1.5GW floating offshore wind farm in the Celtic Sea, boosting UK energy security and creating thousands of jobs. Discover the impact.
National Grid invites Ogmore Valley communities to share views on connecting a new 25MW wind farm to South Wales' electricity network. Have your say until January 5, 2026.
Review of the Shine portable wind turbine, a compact device for harvesting clean energy outdoors. Discover its pros, cons, and potential for UK campers seeking reliable power.
Storm Claudia batters the UK with 30mph winds and amber rain warnings. Stay informed on travel disruption and safety advice for the Midlands.
Leading offshore wind companies in the North East are calling for critical improvements to ports and infrastructure to capitalise on renewable energy opportunities and create thousands of jobs.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate scrapping of Tory onshore wind restrictions, promising cheaper energy and 100,000 new jobs in radical planning overhaul.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces immediate end to England's de facto ban on onshore wind farms, promising faster approvals and cheaper energy bills as part of Labour's growth mission.
Discover the inspiring story of how Caerphilly's dedicated Floating Support Service provided warmth, comfort and life-changing assistance to a local resident facing overwhelming challenges.
Major investment in Hull will establish state-of-the-art offshore wind manufacturing facility, boosting UK's renewable energy capabilities and creating hundreds of skilled jobs.