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Centrica commits £1.3 billion for 15% of Sizewell C securing inflation‑linked RAB returns and a 20‑year power offtake

PRESS RELEASE -- 23, July 2025

(IN BRIEF) Centrica will invest £1.3 billion for a 15% stake in Sizewell C, joining HM Government, La Caisse, EDF and Amber Infrastructure under a RAB model that offers inflation‑protected returns and protections against overruns. The project provides a 10.8% real … Read the full press release

Samsung Heat Pumps Join Hive App Integration as Interest and BUS-Funded Installs Surge

PRESS RELEASE -- 17, June 2025

(IN BRIEF) Hive has integrated Samsung heat-pump controls into its Works With Hive network, enabling unified device management via the Hive App. Data for 2025 show an 87 percent rise in user interest in heat pumps and a twofold increase … Read the full press release

Centrica Business Solutions Partners with Carpenter Ltd to Install 1MW Solar Array, Transforming Unused Land into Green Energy Source

PRESS RELEASE -- 29, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Centrica Business Solutions has partnered with Carpenter Ltd to decarbonise its Glossop manufacturing site by installing a 1MW solar array on a previously unusable steep bank. The solar farm, set to generate 1,025 MWh annually, will cover 15% … Read the full press release

Centrica Energy Expands into North America with New Office in New York to Support Gas Optimisation and Power Trading

PRESS RELEASE -- 29, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Centrica Energy is opening its first US office in New York, marking the company’s entry into North America’s gas optimisation market. Following its entry into power markets in 2024, Centrica Energy plans to build a comprehensive gas, power, … Read the full press release

Spirit Energy Sells 46.25% Interest in Cygnus Gas Field to Ithaca Energy as Part of Long-Term Energy Transition Strategy

PRESS RELEASE -- 20, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) Centrica plc has finalized an agreement for Spirit Energy to sell a 46.25% stake in the Cygnus gas field to Ithaca Energy for £215 million. The sale includes £116 million in headline consideration and £99 million in decommissioning … Read the full press release

British Gas Launches “Taking Care of Things” Campaign with Heartwarming Ad Featuring New Brand Characters

PRESS RELEASE -- 9, May 2025

(IN BRIEF) British Gas has launched its new brand platform, “Taking care of things,” featuring a heartwarming campaign centered around a lovable family, “The Things,” to represent the company’s dedication to providing reliable home services. The campaign, which includes a … Read the full press release

Ensuring Energy Continuity: British Gas Welcomes Former Rebel Energy Clients

PRESS RELEASE -- 8, April 2025

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is stepping in to secure the energy supply for Rebel Energy customers after the latter ceased trading. Serving around 84,000 domestic and 6,000 non-domestic customers, Rebel Energy’s clientele will now be covered by Ofgem’s Supplier of … Read the full press release

British Gas Launches Earth Hour Challenge Offering Annual Free Electricity to Energy Savers

PRESS RELEASE -- 21, March 2025

(IN BRIEF) British Gas is encouraging its customers to participate in Earth Hour on 22nd March 2025, from 8:30pm to 9:30pm, by reducing their electricity usage in a bid to conserve energy. In a bid to reward this effort, 10 … Read the full press release

British Gas to Create 400+ Apprenticeship Roles in 2025 to Support Net Zero Goals and Drive Career Diversity

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, February 2025

(IN BRIEF) British Gas has announced it will offer over 400 apprenticeship roles in 2025 as part of its effort to accelerate the transition to a net zero future. The apprentices will help with energy efficiency, boiler repairs, and the … Read the full press release

Rough Gas Storage Facility Supports UK’s Winter Energy Needs with Record Fill and Increased Production

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, December 2024

(IN BRIEF) Centrica’s Rough gas storage facility in the UK has played a vital role in meeting the country’s energy needs during the November 2024 cold snap, pumping 4.35 Bcf of gas into the National Transmission System, powering up to … Read the full press release

Centrica Acquires Belgian Battery Storage Project to Expand Green Energy Investments

PRESS RELEASE -- 28, November 2024

(IN BRIEF) Centrica has acquired the Terhills battery storage project, an 18 MW facility in Belgium, from venture capital firm LRM as part of its strategy to boost green energy investments. The site, operational since 2018, has been optimised by … Read the full press release

Bord Gáis Energy Acquires Swyft Energy to Boost Solar PV Solutions and Drive Renewable Transition

PRESS RELEASE -- 19, November 2024

(IN BRIEF) Bord Gáis Energy has acquired Swyft Energy, a leading Irish solar PV provider, to enhance its green energy offerings for residential, business, and agricultural customers. This acquisition, subject to regulatory approval, strengthens Bord Gáis Energy’s capabilities with Swyft … Read the full press release

Centrica and First Bus Partner to Expand EV Charging Access, Advancing UK Fleet Decarbonisation

PRESS RELEASE -- 13, November 2024

(IN BRIEF) Centrica and First Bus have launched a partnership granting Centrica access to First Bus’s EV charging infrastructure, beginning at the Leicester depot. This collaboration supports both companies’ emission reduction targets and allows Centrica engineers to extend service reach … Read the full press release