Head of hydrogen trade body quits over “expensive distraction” of blue hydrogen
The chair of the UK’s largest hydrogen association has resigned saying blue hydrogen risks locking the country into fossil fuels.
Ruth Hayhurst
Investigative journalist and environmental writer. Specialising in UK onshore oil and gas, fracking and the reaction to it.
Consultation opens on low-carbon standard for blue hydrogen
The government is seeking views on setting a low-carbon standard for blue hydrogen.
Consent lapses on second Ineos shale gas site
Time runs out today for Ineos at a second shale gas site in England.
Councillors ask Rathlin Energy for community fund
Three East Yorkshire councillors have asked an oil company to establish a community fund if its expansion plans are successful.
Closing arguments at Loxley/Dunsfold gas inquiry – who said what?
The public inquiry into plans to explore for gas in Surrey closed this morning with final arguments.
Blue hydrogen could be 20% worse for climate than methane – new study
A new study has found that hydrogen made from fossil fuels could delay UK decarbonisation.
Two sides disagree on benefits of Arreton oil drilling plans
Oil exploration plans on the Isle of Wight would “make the best use” of mineral resources in the transition to a low carbon future, the company behind the proposals has said. But local campaigners have disputed the arguments and said they should be rejected.
Campaigners call for block on UK oil and gas in light of “code red” climate report
Campaigners against fossil fuel extraction have called for a block on UK oil and gas developments following the latest scientific report on climate change, published this morning.
Autumn woodland felling will reveal views of UKOG well site – inquiry told
The public inquiry into plans by UKOG to explore for gas in Surrey heard today that felling in a key area of woodland is to begin within weeks, contradicting evidence from the company.
IGas accused of “misleading” Bletchingley over hydrogen plans
A resident in the Surrey village of Bletchingley has accused fossil fuel company IGas of “misleading greenwash” over its plans for a local hydrogen production site.
