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A team of divers have completed work to offshore pipes at the Dawdon mine water treatment scheme as part of a major marine civil engineering project.
Energy Security Secretary Grant Shapps delivers speech on opportunities for the UK in carbon capture.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
UK Government invites bids for next Carbon Capture and Storage clusters and commits to projects that will boost UK energy independence
Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary of State Grant Shapps outlines his departmental priorities in new drive towards greater energy independence.
Coal Authority confirmed as a significant player in the response to emergencies and incidents on the coalfield – on which 25% of people in Great Britain reside.
UK government outlines important proposals to reform Great Britain’s Capacity Market, ensuring it is fit for a net zero future while ensuring the security of our electricity supply.
To allow reinjection of wastewater contaminated with naturally occurring radioactive material (NORM) produced at other sites.
Letter of direction to gas transporters: an update to the classes of customers to be prioritised in the event of a gas supply emergency.
First published during the 2022 Truss Conservative government
UK government lifts shale gas moratorium and confirms support for new oil and gas licensing round
Operator will be able to construct new boreholes and carry out other activities to support production.
The UK launches new public body to oversee the energy network, supporting new technology and building security of supply.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The government has commissioned the British Geological Survey to advise on the latest scientific evidence around shale gas extraction.
One year since landmark North Sea Transition Deal was agreed between UK government and oil and gas industry to support the sector’s transition to cleaner energy.
Decision to allow waste water re-injection follows second round of public consultation.
Second round of public consultation is now open.
The UK government launches a consultation on the design of a new climate compatibility checkpoint for the oil and gas industry.
Business Secretary confirms deal which will maintain vital supplies of CO2 to UK businesses
Coal Authority steps in after subsidence damages homes in Kirkcaldy, Scotland.
Project in Wales will ensure excess mine water from prolonged rainfall is collected to keep properties safe.
Switch to solar energy shows the Coal Authority remains committed to driving down environmental and financial costs of mine water treatment schemes.
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