
UK Doubles Down on Nuclear with £14.2bn Sizewell C Investment and New SMR Deal
Nuclear power is set to play a far greater role in Britain’s energy future, as the government announces a £14.2 billion investment into the Sizewell C power station and confirms Rolls-Royce SMR as the preferred bidder to build the UK’s first small modular reactors.

UK’s £86bn Science Push to Back Batteries and AI
The UK government has announced a sweeping £86 billion research and development package aimed at fuelling innovation across science and technology — with longer-lasting batteries and breakthroughs in artificial intelligence among its top priorities.

Coal Expansion, Brazil’s Solar Surge & Marine Life at Wind Farms
From Brazil’s soaring solar output to China’s record coal buildout, this week’s global energy stories reveal both climate progress and contradictions. New data shows that electricity demand—especially from AI and industry—is reshaping the energy mix, while studies suggest offshore wind farms may offer ecological benefits.

UK Government Confirms Rooftop Solar for All New Homes
New homes across the UK will soon come equipped with rooftop solar panels by default, as the government confirms a major step in its Plan for Change. The shift aims to reduce energy bills, cut carbon emissions, and boost the nation’s energy security with clean, homegrown power.

Trump–Musk Fallout Timeline: From EV Policy to Political Feud
The relationship between President Trump and Elon Musk — once marked by a shared focus on innovation and American industry — has unraveled in recent weeks, triggered by a series of policy moves and public clashes over electric vehicles, clean energy subsidies, and broader budget priorities.

Alaska LNG Pipeline Touted as Major Energy Export Venture
The Trump administration is stepping up efforts to revive the long-stalled Alaska LNG project, with Energy Secretary Chris Wright expressing strong confidence in its future during an on-the-ground interview in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska. Appearing on CNBC, Energy Secretary Chris Wright described the proposed $44 billion Alaska LNG project as a “tremendous opportunity” for both domestic energy use and natural gas exports to Asia.

EV Growth in Emerging Markets, UK Battery Boom & Sweden’s Nuclear Expansion
EV sales are climbing worldwide, including in fast-growing emerging markets, while Britain’s battery storage rollout shows no sign of slowing. Renewables now support over 16 million jobs globally, Sweden backs new nuclear with targeted state aid, and a fresh warning emerges over looming battery mineral shortages.

Octopus Energy CEO: UK Market Reform Could Cut Bills by £95 and Emissions by 18%
In a wide-ranging interview with Bloomberg Octopus Energy CEO Greg Jackson outlined his vision for overhauling the UK’s electricity market. He argued that Britain’s current energy pricing system is outdated and holding back both cost savings and decarbonization. With the right reforms, Jackson believes the UK could slash consumer bills, cut emissions, and lead the world in building a cleaner, smarter energy system.

Scotland’s Net Zero Debate: Climate Report Sparks Fiery Clash in Holyrood
A recent Climate Change Committee (CCC) report has become a political flashpoint in Scotland, sparking fierce exchanges at this week’s First Minister’s Questions. The report, which recommends a sharply accelerated pathway to net zero by 2045, reignited debate over the pace, cost, and realism of climate action.

AI’s Gas Impact, Global Solar Hits 10% & Next-Gen Energy Storage
From AI’s growing demand for gas to major clean energy gains in solar, storage, and offshore wind, the global energy landscape continues to evolve quickly. This week’s stories explore the implications of new power plant trends, a fresh solar generation record, a smarter approach to EV charging, Poland’s big wind move, and Duke Energy’s test of next-gen battery tech.

UK–EU Energy Deal Links Carbon Markets, Boosts Clean Tech & Steel Trade
A newly finalised UK–EU agreement is set to deepen cooperation on carbon pricing and emissions trading — delivering major benefits to British industry and enhancing energy security. The announcement comes just as the EU prepares sweeping reviews of its own climate frameworks — changes that could shape carbon costs and industrial competitiveness across the continent and beyond.

QatarEnergy Ramps Up U.S. LNG Push Amid Global Expansion
QatarEnergy is pressing ahead with major energy projects in the United States as part of a broader strategy to secure global supply and deepen long-term partnerships, according to Minister of State for Energy Affairs and QatarEnergy CEO Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi.

Trump Administration Lifts Stop-Work Order on Empire Wind Project
Construction has resumed on the Empire Wind offshore project off the coast of New York after the Trump administration lifted a federal stop-work order that had halted progress for over a month. The move marks a reversal in tone after Equinor, the Norwegian energy company behind the development, had warned of potential legal action over what it previously described as an "unlawful" halt.

Solar Surges in U.S. Power Mix, China’s Emissions Fall & EVs Hit the Spotlight
The IEA’s latest Global EV Outlook explores the accelerating shift to electric mobility worldwide. In the U.S., solar power alone generated over 10% of total electricity last month—overtaking hydro. New analysis reveals electrification potential in industry may be far greater than previously believed, while China records its first emissions drop due to clean energy growth.

Centrica Urges Support to Keep Major UK Gas Storage Site Open
Centrica CEO Chris O'Shea has issued a stark warning over the future of the Rough gas storage facility, the UK’s largest, located off the coast of East Yorkshire. In a recent interview, O'Shea said the site could face closure without government backing — a move that would carry major risks for both energy security and the country’s transition to green energy.

Trump vs. Clean Energy: Offshore Wind at Center of Legal and Political Fight
The Trump administration has reignited its battle with the U.S. clean energy sector, with offshore wind emerging as the central battleground. One of President Donald Trump’s first executive actions after returning to the White House in January was to sign a memorandum withdrawing all areas of the Outer Continental Shelf from offshore wind leasing.

Great British Energy Bill Passed: UK Launches Public Clean Power Company
Britain’s landmark legislation to establish a publicly owned energy company has officially passed through Parliament, marking a major milestone in the government’s clean energy strategy. The new entity, Great British Energy, is designed to accelerate the rollout of homegrown renewable power, cut bills, and boost energy security and jobs across the country.

Methane Fixes, Solar Parking & African Growth
From methane measures that could have eased global gas markets, to Elon Musk putting solar in galactic perspective, this week’s energy updates span policy shifts, solar milestones, and project consequences. France’s bold rooftop solar law, Africa’s solar surge, and a look at the fallout from Ørsted’s Hornsea 4 withdrawal round out this global energy snapshot.

Ørsted Halts Hornsea 4 Project Citing Costs and Execution Risks
Danish energy giant Ørsted has announced it will no longer proceed with the 2.4 GW Hornsea 4 offshore wind farm in its current form. The company cited a combination of worsening market conditions, including continued supply chain cost increases, higher interest rates, and greater execution risk for projects of this scale.

National Wealth Fund Backs Grid Upgrade for Renewables
The UK’s clean energy ambitions hinge on a power grid capable of handling and distributing vast amounts of renewable electricity. A new £600 million investment from the National Wealth Fund into ScottishPower’s transmission projects highlights the critical role of grid upgrades in decarbonising the nation’s energy system.