Energy explained

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Your questions on energy answered.

What is net zero?

We’ve all heard the term net zero, but what exactly does it mean? Put simply, net zero refers to the balance between the amount of greenhouse gas produced and the amount removed fr...

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What is Carbon Capture and Storage?

Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a way of reducing carbon emissions, which could be key to helping to tackle global warming. It’s a three-step process, involving: capturing the ...

How does a wind turbine work?

Wind turbines can turn the power of wind into the electricity we all use to power our homes and businesses. They can be stand-alone, supplying just one or a very small number of ho...

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The history of energy

What were the earliest sources of energy? Who discovered electricity and when? In some ways, we’ve come full circle when it comes to energy. Here we look at the history of energy a...

What is biogas?

Biogas is a renewable fuel produced by the breakdown of organic matter such as food scraps and animal waste. It can be used in a variety of ways including as vehicle fuel and for h...

What are electricity interconnectors?

Electricity interconnectors are high-voltage cables that connect the electricity systems of neighbouring countries.