Northern Ireland

The UK aims to develop a tailored regime for better protecting the environment and public health from industrial pollution following Brexit

The 50MW project is expected to support Northern Ireland’s ambitious 2030 renewable energy targets

The development of a 1MW electrolyser aims to explore how hydrogen could increase wastewater treatment system’s capacity and decarbonise it

Northern Ireland’s Infrastructure Minister said the environmental benefits of the proposal would not outweigh the harm to an area of natural beauty

The firm also stresses the need for a clear roadmap for the decarbonisation of the energy sector in the region to be established

Suppliers are required to ensure they receive accurate meter readings throughout the year rather than bills being based on estimated readings under the new rules, which come into effect from 1st October

The utility warns the country’s failing wastewater infrastructure is unable to take new connections from new homes and businesses, leading to inadequate environmental protection through increased sewer flooding and pollution

Czech energy company EPH has confirmed it will shutter the site in Kilroot, before opening a gas-fired facility in its place

The main reason for the price cut is a significant decrease in wholesale gas costs

Up to 24 organisations will share the £2m grant generated from the carrier bag levy