Tag: energy

Damp, Mould and Dying of Cold: Fuel Poverty in Austerity Britain
Every winter in Britain - come snow, storms and sub-zero temperatures - millions of low-income individuals and families are affected by fuel poverty. Meanwhile, little is done to curb the cartel-like behaviour of the ‘big six’ energy companies.
Labour Must Commit to Nationalising the Big Six Energy Companies
If the Labour party is serious about tackling climate change, expanding investment in renewable energy is not enough - it must commit to nationalising the energy industry.
Exposing London’s Dirty Energy Complex: 5 Companies (and Industries) Causing Climate Change
Climate change is being driven by more than just big name oil and gas firms like BP. A whole network of industries contributes to and relies on environmental destruction. Here are five of the worst offenders based in London.
5 Reasons the Fight for Energy Democracy Starts in Communities
Since its inception in late 2015, Switched On London has gone from strength to strength in its campaign for energy democracy. Now the campaign is looking to build a community-led movement to take on fuel poverty.
4 Reasons Why Clean Energy Must be Public Energy
Tired ideological tropes and ingrained vested interests are stopping cities from securing clean, democratic and socially just energy systems. It’s time to take our power back.
The Secret World of Oil
On this week's show Aaron Bastani is joined by Ken Silverstein as they discuss his book 'The Secret World of Oil'.