James Wallin

New Year press round-up: Energy firms suggest wholesale price mechanism to ease pain of high prices

Our review of national newspaper coverage of the sector over the festive period includes the latest on negotiations between the energy sector and government, as well as moves by Ofgem to ease pressures on billpayers. Meanwhile, there is analysis of water company investment since privatisation and a report into why BP withdrew support from energy supplier Pure Planet.

The stories that made 2021

‘Counteractive’ regulation and policy top net-zero worries for sector

Scope 3 emissions included in 60% of utilities’ net-zero plans

Weekend press round-up: Business secretary says power cuts unacceptable

In our latest review of sector coverage in the national newspapers, there is continued concern about the number of properties still without power following Storm Arwen. Meanwhile, there is analysis of the rising cost of balancing supply and demand on Britain’s electricity system, as well the potential for water companies to generate power through anaerobic digestion.

EDF takes on Zog customers

Thames Water shareholder buys another 9%

Networks lift compensation cap for storm-hit customers

World’s largest offshore wind farm reaches financial close

Weekend press round-up: MPs probe energy meltdown

In our latest review of sector coverage in the national media, the BEIS committee chair promises “tense discussions” as he launches a review into the wave of energy supplier failures. Meanwhile, Centrica has axed its Evolve brand and disquiet is expressed at water companies reporting bumper profits despite pollution performance concerns.