'Negative spiral': Hydrogen sector warns UK policy delays risk scuppering investment
UK Hydrogen Energy Association calls for cross-ministerial action to prevent further delays to funding allocation rounds and a national strategy refresh
Top stories from Tuesday 17 February 2026
UK Hydrogen Energy Association calls for cross-ministerial action to prevent further delays to funding allocation rounds and a national strategy refresh
REA analysis shows renewables set to deliver net economic advantage for the UK from 2028 to 2029 compared to most costly power system that remains reliant on fossil gas imports
UK-led study compares full lifecycle climate impact of current solar production with newer, more advanced technology, finding the latter offers potential for huge carbon savings
More than 150 energy technology breakthroughs identified in new IEA report, which highlights how energy security has emerged as a leading driver of innovation
Trade body's head of industrial strategy reflects on how EV and heat pump optimisation has taken off in the last year, and the pressing need to adapt urban concrete jungles to the changing climate
Emerging energy technologies are transforming the electric grid by adding flexibility, reliability and expanded power generation, but can also increase cyber risk, since many legacy devices were not built to meet today’s cybersecurity expectations. UL Solutions has launched a new certification program that creates the first industry-wide cybersecurity baseline for distributed energy resources (DER) and…
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Senkron Digital has announced the launch of a new intelligent energy trading platform, OnePact Monetize, to automate and optimise participation in electricity markets for flexible assets such as batteries, hybrid plants, and renewables.
EDF power solutions UK has energised one of Greater Manchester’s first large scale battery energy storage facilities.
Flexibility deals involving battery storage are now rivalling generation PPAs as 'defining features' of Europe's renewables-heavy electricity sector, says market expert
After years focused on payouts and discipline, energy majors are being pressed on the longevity of their reserves
Final investment decisions remain the main bottleneck for Europe’s green hydrogen pipeline, which makes ITM Power’s latest notice to proceed notable more for what it signals than for its size.
China’s momentum in the wind sector continues, and the first cracks in the European market have appeared. Vestas is concerned about two possible scenarios for Europe’s response to China.
For many homeowners, installing rooftop solar panels seems like a smart idea to reduce electricity bills, but the upfront cost and installation complexity can be daunting. These barriers have kept countless households from directly participating in the energy transition. A new option is beginning to change the conversation. Instead of committing to a full rooftop…
Metals manufacturer American Steel and Aluminum (ASA) is entering the solar project foundations market with its domestic steel ground screw. These ground screws are being produced in New England as part of a fully-traceable supply chain, and are currently available for the 2026 construction season. The ground screw is compatible with most major tracker systems,…
Octopus Energy Generation has announced an investment of nearly $1bn in Californian clean technology, focusing on renewable energy projects.