“New fossil fuel investment is moral and economic madness” – UN sec gen’s final warning
Investing in new fossil fuel infrastructure is moral and economic madness, the UN secretary general said today.
Climate campaigner seeks to take Horse Hill case to UK’s highest court
An environmental campaigner who brought a legal challenge over the climate impact of onshore oil production has applied to take her case to the final court in the UK.
UK onshore oil production falls for seventh year in 2021
Annual UK onshore oil production has fallen again, continuing a downward trend in 2021 that began in the 1990s.
Councillor asks minister to review West Newton-A production plans
A local Conservative councillor has urged the levelling up secretary, Michael Gove, to intervene in plans by Rathlin Energy for long-term oil production and more drilling at a site in East Yorkshire.
Oil company withdraws Dorset production plans – but promises new scheme with higher output
Plans for 20 years of oil production near a historic building in Dorset have been withdrawn after limited progress in more than three years.
Councillors hear arguments over West Newton-A production – again
For a second time, opponents and supporters of plans for expansion at an oil site in East Yorkshire have put their cases to councillors.
Rathlin Energy’s production plans should be refused again, say residents
Councillors have been urged to again refuse plans for 20 years of oil production by Rathlin Energy in East Yorkshire.
Planners back Rathlin Energy’s West Newton oil plans
Council officials have recommended approval of major plans for production, drilling and extension at Rathlin Energy’s well site at West Newton-A.
Latest UK onshore oil production – November 2021
Follow onshore oil production trends with our review of the latest official monthly data
IGas blames Covid-19 for 2021 production levels
IGas shares dropped nearly 18% today following news of the impact of Covid-19 on production.
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