Thursday 5th of March 2020 | Posted In: Renewable energy, Use and Manage, Energy saving

Ofgem to encourage electric vehicles and wind power in net zero drive

Read our top five energy-related news stories from the last couple of weeks. Energy is always in the news in one way or another, from renewable energy technology advancements and the latest from the ‘big six’ energy suppliers to advancements in energy saving and sustainability. In this blog, we share more about our favourite energy news stories from the last couple of weeks:

  1. UK energy watchdog champions electric vehicles and offshore wind as it sets out roadmap to net zero: New Ofgem boss aims to align regulation of energy sector with government’s climate goals. Read more here…
  2. The bulk of Brits say renewables need more government support: Despite more of the UK’s power being generated from renewable sources than from fossil fuels in 2019, people want to see even bolder clean energy policies. Read more here…
  3. Around 15% of Europe’s power now comes from wind: WindEurope says this is still not enough to reach the EU’s goal for wind to provide half of Europe’s electricity by 2050. Read more here…
  4. Is Scotland leading the way on climate change? The Scottish government has set itself a legally-binding target to cut greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2045. Read more here…
  5. West Midlands canals to help heat hospitals in renewable energy drive: Government pledges to spend £20m turning canals, mines and rail lines into heat sources. Read more here…

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