Carmichael warns people to update energy meters
Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael has warned islanders to check their electricity meters before the energy price cap rises tomorrow (Saturday). Despite government measures announced this…
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Loganair green energy fund open to applications
Loganair is to distribute £30,000 to organisations across the areas it serves for renewable energy projects. Scottish organisations will see a further £10,000 of funding,…
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Decision deferred on 23km pylon plans to give all SIC members their say
All councillors will be able to have their say on proposals for a 23km pylon network, after the planning committee deferred its decision.
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Energy firm’s $1.5billion takeover paves way for Cambo oilfield development
The Cambo oilfield could be set for development after a $1.5billion takeover was agreed.
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Politicians demand price cap on domestic heating oil
Pressure is being brought on the UK government’s energy secretary to introduce a price cap on domestic heating oil.
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‘Rescue package’ proposed to help tackle £1,500 energy price hike
Energy bills for Shetland households could soar by more than £1,500 after analysis showed the isles would be among the worst hit by the national
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Calls for more communication amid claim ‘huge swathe’ of community still in dark over Orion
Project leaders have been urged to better inform the community as more clean energy initiatives take shape.
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Cheaper household energy prices is a ‘chief priority’ in renewable discussions
Seeking cheaper energy prices is among the “chief priorities” in the SIC’s discussions on future renewable energy projects.
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Carmichael renews call for islands tariff as energy crisis deepens
A call has been made for greater government assurances over the ongoing energy crisis. Isles MP Alistair Carmichael says a reassessment of the role of…
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Have your say on energy projects including 12 acre twin substation site in Gremista
Views are being sought on the “Shetland Renewable Connections Project” which includes proposals for a 12 acre twin substation site on the edge of Lerwick.
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£139 energy bill hike sparks fresh calls for ‘Shetland tariff’
Changes set to add £139 to energy bills have led to fresh calls for a “Shetland tariff” to address fuel poverty. Orkney and Shetland MP…
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WATCH: Shetland’s seas fuel world’s first tidal powered cars
Tidal power in Shetland is fuelling vehicles, in what is thought to be a global first.
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Many properties in Lerwick area to be left without heating and hot water due to shutdown
Hundreds of homes in the Lerwick area are to be left without heating or hot water due to an urgent repair of the network. Shetland…
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Shetland interconnector reaches ‘final milestone’ after contractors appointed
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) Transmission has announced contractors for its Shetland interconnector project.
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