shale gas

As survey highlights entrenched public opposition to fracking and political criticism of wind farms intensifies, the UK's energy security goals are under fire

Edelman Trust Barometer finds solar and wind retain high levels of confidence among consumers, with shale gas the most distrusted energy source

Shale gas explorer gets approval from county council to test oil flow rates at site that saw anti-fracking protests

Secretary of State argues that a well regulated domestic shale gas industry could deliver lower emissions than imported liquefied gas

Energy and Climate Change Secretary Ed Davey says shale gas exploration will not compromise investment in renewables and can have a limited impact on the environment if done in the right way

Trade body outlines "immense benefits" of developing up to 4,000 wells across the UK

Ed Davey says ministers will consider package of measures to reduce dependence on Russian oil and gas at meeting next week

Green MP vows to continue campaign to bring an end to fracking in the UK

Study raises fears that US shale gas sites could be responsible for higher levels of methane emissions than previously thought

Survey finds 62 per cent of people would choose wind farms rather than fracking in their area