Piper Alpha Survivor's 175ft Leap from Hell
Thirty-seven years after the Piper Alpha disaster, survivor Steve Rae recounts his desperate jump from the burning oil platform that claimed 167 lives in Britain's deadliest offshore tragedy.
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Wind power saved UK £1.5bn in energy costs
New UCL research shows wind energy saved UK households approximately £1.5 billion during 2022-2024, cutting electricity costs by 7% and proving renewables' vital role in energy security.
First asylum seeker arrives on Nauru under Australia deal
Australia's controversial offshore processing arrangement with Nauru has been triggered with the arrival of the first asylum seeker, prompting immediate human rights concerns and a multimillion-dollar payment to the Pacific nation.
Miliband's £1.1bn annual boost for offshore wind
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband unveils ambitious £1.1bn yearly funding package to accelerate UK offshore wind projects, positioning Britain as global clean energy leader.
Petrofac wins major Shell North Sea contract
Energy services giant Petrofac lands significant Shell contract for North Sea assets, safeguarding Scottish jobs and reinforcing Aberdeen's energy hub status amid industry transformation.
Petrofac wins Shell North Sea contract extension
Energy services giant Petrofac secures significant contract extension with Shell for North Sea assets, safeguarding Aberdeen jobs and reinforcing UK energy sector stability.
Labour's green law shake-up gives ministers override power
Exclusive: Labour government proposes controversial reforms allowing environment minister to approve projects conflicting with nature laws, sparking conservation fears.
Trump's Offshore Wind Warning: Whales at Risk
Exclusive: North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum reveals Donald Trump's grave concerns about offshore wind farms devastating marine wildlife and driving up electricity prices for British households.
Ministerial power remains in new environment laws
Australia's environment minister will retain final approval power over contentious development projects under Labor's newly unveiled environmental protection legislation, sparking criticism from conservation groups.
Massive fire on Pemex platform forces evacuation of 321 workers
A massive fire erupts on a Pemex oil platform in the Gulf of Mexico, triggering emergency evacuations and raising serious safety concerns about Mexico's state energy infrastructure.
Australia Gas Strike Crisis Threatens Global Winter Supply
Australia faces a major energy crisis as offshore gas platform strikes threaten to disrupt global LNG supplies, sending European and Asian prices soaring amid winter preparation fears.
Swinney defends Chinese wind turbine deal amid security fears
John Swinney faces mounting pressure as he defends controversial Chinese turbine contract for massive Scottish wind farm while security experts sound national security warnings.
Labour considers offshore asylum processing for small boat arrivals
Exclusive: Keir Starmer's government considers offshore asylum processing centres as small boat crossings continue despite election promises. The controversial move could see migrants sent to third countries while claims are assessed.
Miliband blocks Scotland's green energy scheme
Labour Energy Secretary Ed Miliband halts Scottish government's community energy scheme in major devolution showdown, blocking green projects across Scotland.
Chinese wind farm factory sparks UK security fears
Exclusive: Government ministers sound alarm over Chinese-owned wind turbine factory in Scotland amid espionage fears, warning green energy ambitions could compromise national security as approval decision looms.
Trump freezes $12bn infrastructure funding nationwide
Former President Donald Trump halts $12 billion in infrastructure funding, freezing hundreds of projects nationwide in a dramatic move that threatens economic growth and job creation.
Trump's 'Arc de Trump' plan to overshadow Washington Monument
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's audacious plan to build a French-style triumphal arch near the Washington Monument, dwarfing the iconic landmark in a testament to presidential vanity.
Owl rescued after 100-mile flight to North Sea oil rig
A remarkable rescue story unfolds as a short-eared owl survives Storm Amy, landing on a North Sea oil rig 100 miles from shore before being safely returned to land.
Queensland climate policy undermines Australia's emissions goals
As Queensland doubles down on fossil fuel projects, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faces mounting challenges in delivering Australia's climate commitments. New analysis reveals how state-level political manoeuvring is jeopardising national environmental
Meghan Markle's friend hints at Duchess's next move
The Duchess of Sussex's inner circle member Kelly McKinnon Zajfen has sparked speculation about Meghan's future projects with a telling social media post that has royal watchers talking.
California Governor Newsom freezes major state projects
California Governor Gavin Newsom suspends numerous infrastructure projects including high-speed rail and climate initiatives amid significant budget deficit concerns, sparking political debate.
Australia targets offshore betting threat to sports
Australian sports integrity experts are launching a major offensive against illegal offshore wagering operations that threaten the fairness of premier sporting competitions.
Scotland to host world's most powerful wind turbine
Scottish coastline to host groundbreaking 22MW offshore wind turbine, marking a major leap in clean energy production and positioning Scotland as a global renewable leader.
Legal challenge to UK North Sea oil and gas licensing
The British government confronts a landmark legal challenge as environmental campaigners contest the legality of its ambitious new oil and gas licensing round in the North Sea, raising crucial questions about the UK's climate commitments.
Trump administration auctions Gulf of Mexico for oil drilling
Former President Donald Trump's administration is pushing forward with controversial plans to auction over 73 million acres for oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico, drawing immediate backlash from environmental groups and setting up a major politic
Snowy Hydro 2.0: $12bn budget now 'unachievable'
Australia's flagship renewable energy project faces another staggering cost blowout, with officials admitting the original $12 billion price tag is no longer attainable amid construction delays and technical challenges.
Nauru refugees hungry despite $15M per person spending
Shocking new reports reveal refugees and asylum seekers on Nauru are going hungry despite Australian government spending reaching £8 million per person annually. Exclusive investigation uncovers the human cost of offshore processing.
CBA routes customer data to Indian processing centres
Exclusive investigation reveals how Australia's largest bank quietly routes sensitive customer information to Indian processing centres, raising serious privacy and security concerns.
NSW fast-track laws may bypass environmental checks
Controversial new planning laws in New South Wales could allow mines and other major developments to proceed without comprehensive environmental assessments, raising alarm among conservation groups.
UK taxpayers fund foreign student education overseas
Exclusive investigation reveals how UK taxpayers are funding education projects for foreign students abroad as domestic services face funding crises
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