European natural gas prices continue to drop, hitting almost a 22-month low, as predictions of a surge in wind power production contribute to an already tepid demand projection.
Could the UK be facing a ransom situation in the power market?
An investigation by Bloomberg News alleges that certain traders at firms such as Vitol, Uniper, and SSE have used a rather blunt approach to tackle the UK energy crisis: pay
Last year, energy companies in the UK installed 94,000 prepayment meters through mandatory measures
According to the government, Scottish Power, British Gas, and Ovo were accountable for 70% of the compulsory installations.
It is anticipated that the UK government will provide windfall tax relief to energy companies
Next week, the UK government is expected to offer windfall tax relief to its oil and gas companies. This move aims to boost investments and enhance the country’s energy security,
Wind farm operators will no longer be permitted to retain excessive profits
As part of an effort to curb energy costs, wind farm operators will no longer be allowed to retain excessive profits through a revision of subsidy regulations.
The UK’s Supreme Court is set to consider a landmark case regarding sewage in the country’s waterways.
On Monday, one of the UK’s largest privatised water companies will argue in the Supreme Court that it should not be held responsible by private landowners and individuals for sewage
Energy providers prepare for Jeremy Hunt to extend bill support
Jeremy Hunt is expected to extend the government’s energy price guarantee at its current level for three more months, preventing household bills from increasing by an average of £500 from
The oil and gas sector in the UK has raised concerns that the imposition of windfall taxes is discouraging investment in the industry
According to the trade body of the UK oil and gas industry, Offshore Energies UK, companies in the sector are reducing their operations in the North Sea and prioritizing investment
UK Energy bills to rise by £500 under Ofgem price cap
Starting from April, Ofgem is reducing the maximum amount energy suppliers can charge consumers by almost £1,000. The regulator has cut the price cap to £3,280 from the current £4,279
Energy bills to rise £500 from Easter, despite falling gas prices
Despite falling gas prices and warmer weather, households will likely have to pay £500 more for energy starting in April.
Natural gas is set to record its third weekly gain this year
European gas prices have surged for the third consecutive day, as western parts of the region are bracing for icy weather next week.