Jonathan Leake

Gas reserves have plunged to a “concerning” low with just a week of supply left as Britain braces for low wind speeds and freezing temperatures this weekend.

Britain has always cared about the weather, but this week's “dunkelflaute” – a spell of low temperatures and plummeting wind speeds – shows how vital it is to the economy as well as its conversations.

Auditor warns against costly foreign projects as energy giant considers Sizewell C investment decision

Surge in renewable projects seeking connection is overwhelming systems

BP is to cut nearly 8,000 jobs as the oil giant’s chief executive battles to cut costs by as much as $2bn (£1.6bn).

UK risks exposure to Putin’s blackmail when Scandinavian oil supplies run dry

For decades, Norway has been Britain’s leading source of imported energy.

In This Article CPYYF Octopus serves 12.9m household accounts in triumph for Greg Jackson, the company's chief - Hollie Adams/REUTERS

British Gas has lost its crown as Britain's largest household energy supplier after being overtaken by Octopus Energy.

The UK avoided lights out last week – but a ministerial nightmare is edging closer to reality