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Wednesday 31st of August 2022 | Posted In: Generate, Renewable energy, Buying energy

SSE’s Bhlaraidh Extension wind farm given green light

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. SSE’s Bhlaraidh Extension wind farm given green light: The development near Fort Augustus in the Highlands will consist of 15 turbines with a total installed capacity of up to 100MW. Read more here…
  2. Canada and Germany set to ink new hydrogen deal: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz are set to sign a new hydrogen deal to change Canada’s energy landscape. Read more here…
  3. European intervention sees gas prices drop: The EU is looking to separate gas and electricity prices to protect consumers. Read more here…
  4. Closure of coal power station set to be delayed to prevent UK blackouts: Under deal, German owner of Nottinghamshire station would be paid a fee to pause decommissioning. Read more here…
  5. Toyota pledges up to $5.6 billion for EV battery production, ramps up investment in North Carolina plant: The Japanese automotive giant’s move comes as major economies lay out plans to reduce the environmental footprint of road-based transportation. Read more here…

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