Energy & Utilities

United Utilities Fined £1m for Raw Sewage Discharge

United Utilities Fined £1m for Raw Sewage Discharge

United Utilities has been fined nearly £1m for illegally discharging raw sewage into the Lancashire coast, highlighting the ongoing challenges in w...

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Nepal Demands Climate Compensation for Flood Disaster

Nepal Demands Climate Compensation for Flood Disaster

Nepal is demanding $20 million in climate compensation for recent devastating floods, as a senior minister calls on the world's biggest polluters t...

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US Energy Secretary: Iran Nuclear Deal May Not Happen

US Energy Secretary: Iran Nuclear Deal May Not Happen

The US Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that the US might not reach a nuclear agreement with Iran, signaling a potential shift toward military ...

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Air Conditioners: The Key to Surviving Extreme Heat

Air Conditioners: The Key to Surviving Extreme Heat

Air conditioners are increasingly recognized as our best defense against extreme heat, a reality that challenges traditional environmental narrativ...

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Jackdaw Gasfield Approval: UK Energy Security & Climate Impact

Jackdaw Gasfield Approval: UK Energy Security & Climate Impact

The Jackdaw gasfield approval by UK ministers is imminent, stirring debate over energy security and climate commitments. As the government weighs f...

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El Niño Warning: Brits Urged to Stock Up on Emergency Supplies

El Niño Warning: Brits Urged to Stock Up on Emergency Supplies

The El Niño warning has prompted UK ministers to urge citizens to stock up on emergency supplies as the UN reports the climate phenomenon is “super...

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Best Fans 2026: Top Picks for Energy-Efficient Cooling

Best Fans 2026: Top Picks for Energy-Efficient Cooling

Discover the best fans 2026 has to offer in our comprehensive, hands-on review. With summers growing hotter and energy costs rising, a high-quality...

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Thames Water Sewage Charges: Why Refusing to Pay Is Justified

Thames Water Sewage Charges: Why Refusing to Pay Is Justified

Thames Water sewage charges have become a flashpoint for consumer anger as the company continues to pollute Britain's rivers and coastlines. If you...

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OVO Energy Harassment of Autistic Man Sparks Ombudsman Ruling

OVO Energy Harassment of Autistic Man Sparks Ombudsman Ruling

OVO Energy harassment of an autistic man highlights a serious consumer protection issue. For years, an autistic man in Edinburgh received threateni...

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UN Warns Global Heating to Hit 1.8C: Climate Crisis Escalates

UN Warns Global Heating to Hit 1.8C: Climate Crisis Escalates

The UN warns global heating will hit at least 1.8°C, a stark reminder of the accelerating climate crisis. This sobering forecast from the UN Enviro...

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Gatwick Water Supply Failure Leaves Airport Without Toilets
Gatwick Water Supply Failure Leaves Airport Without Toilets
The Gatwick water supply failure on Sunday left passengers without working toilets, hot drinks, or handwashing facilities. The outage, caused by a problem at SES Water's Bough Beech treatment works,... Read more...
Heatwave Puzzle: Physicist Explains Curtain Energy Efficiency
Heatwave Puzzle: Physicist Explains Curtain Energy Efficiency
In a heatwave, keeping your home cool is a top priority, but a simple physics puzzle reveals surprising insights about curtain energy efficiency. The puzzle, set earlier today, asks: what... Read more...
Arctic Ice Melt Slowdown Ends After Record Winter Decline
Arctic Ice Melt Slowdown Ends After Record Winter Decline
The recent Arctic ice melt slowdown has officially ended, marked by the largest winter decline ever recorded. A new study confirms that the temporary reprieve observed between 2005 and 2024... Read more...
US Launches 10th Round of Strikes on Iran, Full-Scale War
US Launches 10th Round of Strikes on Iran, Full-Scale War
The recent escalation between the US and Iran has led to a full-scale war declaration by Iran's president, as the US launches its 10th consecutive round of strikes targeting military... Read more...
UK Datacentre Water Crisis: No Supply for AI Growth Plans
UK Datacentre Water Crisis: No Supply for AI Growth Plans
The UK faces a severe water shortage crisis for datacentres, threatening the government's ambitious AI growth plans, according to Water UK. Their briefing to MPs warns that water forecasts are... Read more...
Iran Strikes Injure US Troops, Threaten Global Energy Supply
Iran Strikes Injure US Troops, Threaten Global Energy Supply
The recent Iran strikes have injured nearly 100 US service members, escalating tensions that directly threaten the global energy supply chain. As Tehran launches reprisals on US allies, the stability... Read more...
Woodside Gas Project Faces Federal Court Climate Challenge
Woodside Gas Project Faces Federal Court Climate Challenge
The Woodside gas project known as the North West Shelf extension is now in federal court as climate and rock art advocates challenge the Albanese government's approval. The Australian Conservation... Read more...
How the Red Sea Blockade Threatens Global Energy Supply
How the Red Sea Blockade Threatens Global Energy Supply
The Red Sea blockade threat from Houthi forces is creating a new front in the global energy crisis, potentially shutting down critical oil shipping routes and sending shockwaves through markets... Read more...
British Gas Meter Mix-Up: How to Fix Billing Errors
British Gas Meter Mix-Up: How to Fix Billing Errors
If you're facing a British Gas meter mix-up that leads to incorrect billing, you're not alone. This article explains how to identify the problem, protect your finances, and demand proper... Read more...
Ed Miliband's Net Zero Plan Under Fire: What's Next?
Ed Miliband's Net Zero Plan Under Fire: What's Next?
Ed Miliband's net zero plan has been under relentless attack from rightwing media and fossil fuel interests, yet he remains one of the most effective ministers in Keir Starmer's government.... Read more...
Andy Burnham Cuts VAT on Electricity Bills: £45 Saving
Andy Burnham Cuts VAT on Electricity Bills: £45 Saving
Andy Burnham's government has announced a VAT cut on electricity bills starting October, reducing annual costs by £45 per household. This immediate move aims to ease the cost of living... Read more...
Living Near AI Datacentres: UK Experiences & Concerns
Living Near AI Datacentres: UK Experiences & Concerns
Living near AI datacentres in the UK has become a hot topic as the number of these massive computing hubs grows. With around 450 large data centres nationwide, residents are... Read more...