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BP's 'long, painful decline' – and why next year could be even tougher
Opinion Long-suffering shareholders in oil giant BP have been pushing for change. It won’t come soon enough, says Matthew Lynn
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Why are energy bills so expensive in the UK?
Electricity bills in the UK are higher than in any comparable rich country. Some blame the net-zero zealotry of the government for that. What is really to blame for high energy bills?
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King Coal has not been dethroned yet — should you buy?
The demand for coal is only growing, yet investors don’t seem to want to take advantage of the opportunity, says Rupert Hargreaves
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Heat pumps: how to reduce the cost of installation
Tips Half of homes should have heat pumps within 15 years, according to the government's climate advisers. We look at how much a heat pump costs, how the £7,500 government grant works, and other discounts available
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What does a BP and Shell merger mean for the UK oil industry?
BP’s struggles have made it vulnerable to a takeover. Could it merge with Shell to create a British behemoth?
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Renewable investing: who is paying for the green revolution?
Investors in renewables have not been rewarded, says Bruce Packard. Will they fund the government’s plans?
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Solar investing: is it too risky?
NextEnergy Solar Fund’s steep discount reflects doubts about high debts and the sustainability of its dividend. What does it mean for solar investors?
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Renewable infrastructure trusts on the road to ruin?
Rising discounts and yields for renewable infrastructure trusts reflect the unsustainability of the subsidy system, says Max King.
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Best EV energy tariffs for electric vehicle owners
As more people switch from petrol and diesel to electric cars, we explain how to find the best EV tariffs and whether they’re worth it
