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Does EDF really need even more subsidies for Sizewell C?

In this week's Gossage, our columnist discusses the irony that is the UK Government's policy towards subsidising EDF.

Why the EU is wrong with regards to what we need to reach net zero

What do we need to reach net zero? That’s the trillion dollar question, but it’s one that’s causing a lot of arguments across the EU.

Should energy prices be rising for those with green tariffs?

Energy prices are set to rise for the majority of UK households, but should those on green tariffs see their bills rise?

EnAppSys report: 2021 saw record power prices, lower wind generation

Power prices in Britain soared last year due to a colder than normal Q1 and low wind generation in the summer throughout Europe.

Cornwall Insight calls for industry reform to fix energy crisis

Cornwall Insight has criticised policy makers for concentrating on quick fixes to the energy crisis, arguing that industry reform is needed.

Shutdown nuclear reactors lead to the return of coal power in the UK

Coal power plants were brought back online in the UK, largely thanks to the inoperation of several nuclear reactors.

Could natural gas electricity generation be on the way out?

Are the days numbered for electricity produced by natural gas? That is certainly the fear of the gas industry across Europe.

UK Government expected to commit to new nuclear power plant, alongside mini reactors

The UK Government is expected to announce plans to fund a new large-scale nuclear power plant, alongside a fleet of mini reactors.

Day-ahead power prices hit record high, following highs in balancing market

Great Britain continues to see high day-ahead power prices, with no signs of a slowdown as prices hit a record high. 

Nuclear power’s waste problem complicates it as a green energy solution

Nuclear waste has been an intractable problem ever since nuclear power was developed over 60 years ago, which dents its green credentials.

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