Author: Jillian Ambrose

Title: Revolutionizing Clean Energy with Floating Wind Turbines When you think of wind turbines, you likely picture them firmly rooted in the seabed. However, just off the coast of Aberdeen, Scotland, the Kincardine project is changing the game with the world’s largest floating windfarm. These massive turbines, mounted on buoyant foundations, are engineered to harness the power of the wind in waters as deep as 80 meters. This innovative design allows for installation in areas where traditional turbines cannot reach. While the UK has been a pioneer in fixed offshore windfarms, the future lies in floating foundations that can tap…

The Labour government is set to boost the clean energy industry in the UK with record funding of £1.5bn for summer subsidy auctions, a 50% increase from last year. This move aims to reignite investment and create high-quality jobs while protecting household bills from rising fossil fuel prices. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband highlighted the importance of transitioning to clean energy sources to promote energy independence and sustainability. Offshore wind projects stand to benefit the most from the increased budget, potentially powering almost 5 million homes. Onshore wind, solar, and emerging clean energy technologies will also receive funding to drive progress…

British Gas CEO Calls for Mandatory Smart Meter Installations The boss of British Gas is urging for mandatory smart meter installations in all households following reports that almost 4 million meters are not working. Chris O’Shea, the chief executive of Centrica, British Gas’ parent company, believes a street-by-street approach is necessary to cut costs and create a smart grid efficiently. O’Shea also offered to assist other energy suppliers in installing smart meters. However, his proposal was met with resistance from Rachel Fletcher of Octopus Energy, who emphasized that consumer choice should not be compromised. Smart meters play a crucial role…