Energy in Demand News, May 31-June 1, 2026

Sabine Mauderer, first deputy government of the Deutsche Bundesbank, argues in the Financial Times, that more clarity is needed on the energy transition. The recent disruption in the Strait of Hormuz, she says, highlights how dependence on fossil fuels remains a major economic and geopolitical vulnerability, reinforcing the need to accelerate the global energy transition. … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, May 31-June 1, 2026 →

Lower bills, more renewables: Victoria’s energy transition pays off

Victoria Australia's energy regulator has confirmed that electricity prices will fall across all five distribution zones in 2026–27, reducing annual bills for households and small businesses, driven by lower wholesale electricity costs, declining environmental compliance costs, and growing contributions from renewable energy. The decision adds to evidence that investments in renewables, energy efficiency programmes and … Continue reading Lower bills, more renewables: Victoria’s energy transition pays off →

Blog by Jane Marsh – thermostat replacement as a gateway efficiency upgrade: why small changes matter for home decarbonisation

The transition towards a low-carbon future is often associated with large-scale infrastructure projects, the adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy systems. These measures are vital, but meaningful progress in decarbonisation also depends on smaller, practical changes made in homes and businesses every day. Why Small Efficiency Changes Matter Decarbonisation requires a combination of systemic … Continue reading Blog by Jane Marsh – thermostat replacement as a gateway efficiency upgrade: why small changes matter for home decarbonisation →

Energy in Demand News, May 24-25, 2026

This current energy crisis with the blockade of shipping from the Strait of Hormuz is getting more and more serious every day. The Guardian reports that Fatih Birol, Executive Director of the International Energy Agency, warned on Thursday that oil markets will enter the “red zone” by July and August as stocks dwindle before the … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, May 24-25, 2026 →

New report from IRENA – Transitioning away from fossil fuels: A roadmap based on renewables, electrification and grid enhancement

This report from the International Renewable Energy Agency, IRENA, provides data and analysis to support the COP30 Presidency’s Roadmap for Transitioning Away From Fossil Fuels (TAFF) initiative, offering a roadmap based on renewables, electrification, energy efficiency, grids and sustainable fuels. The global energy transition is entering a new phase shaped by geopolitical uncertainty, rising electricity … Continue reading New report from IRENA – Transitioning away from fossil fuels: A roadmap based on renewables, electrification and grid enhancement →

Blog by Jane Marsh – Electrical modernisation as energy efficiency: why home panel upgrades matter for carbon reduction

The UK’s transition to a low-carbon future depends on more than renewable energy generation. It also depends on whether homes can support the technologies driving electrification. Across the country, households are installing heat pumps, electric vehicle (EV) chargers, solar panels and battery storage systems at record rates. Yet many homes still rely on outdated electrical … Continue reading Blog by Jane Marsh – Electrical modernisation as energy efficiency: why home panel upgrades matter for carbon reduction →

Energy in Demand News, May 17-18, 2026

The Financial Times reports that one of the largest US pension funds “is re-evaluating its stake in TotalEnergies following the French oil major’s decision to accept $1bn from Donald Trump’s administration to exit offshore wind power in the US. . . . The New York State Common Retirement Fund, which owns a $1.6mn stake in … Continue reading Energy in Demand News, May 17-18, 2026 →

NATO is openly backing renewables

Ben Makuch writes on the Politico website that NATO sees clean power as a logical replacement for fossil fuels. This position likely to deepen tensions with the United States. NATO backs renewables as solution to energy security, despite US skepticism NATO is openly backing renewables and other non-fossil fuel sources of energy as key … Continue reading NATO is openly backing renewables →

WIPO and IRENA launch patent landscape report on decarbonising heavy-duty road transport

The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) launched today a new Patent Landscape Report on Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Road Transport at the International Transport Forum (ITF) Summit in Leipzig, Germany. The report, which draws on contributions from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) and the World Economic Forum (WEF), provides a comprehensive patent-based analysis … Continue reading WIPO and IRENA launch patent landscape report on decarbonising heavy-duty road transport →

Blog by Jane Marsh – why insulation comes first: the Warm Homes Plan’s focus on fabric-first energy efficiency

Energy-efficient homes remain a central priority within the Warm Homes Plan. It supports broader national decarbonisation efforts by lowering residential energy demand before expanding low-carbon infrastructure. The strategy follows a fabric-first approach in housing policy and retrofit planning, emphasising building envelope improvements to reduce heat loss and improve long-term building performance. Rather than relying immediately … Continue reading Blog by Jane Marsh – why insulation comes first: the Warm Homes Plan’s focus on fabric-first energy efficiency →