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RWE said it has agreed to relinquish its leases off the California and Louisiana coasts as well as in the New York Bight. Overall, the German firm plans to invest approximately €17bn (£14.5bn; $19.6bn) in the US over the next six years “to grow its generation capacity”. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said in a statement…

Nick Edserbusiness reporter Getty Images The UK economy grew slightly in August, official figures show, as focus intensifies on what measures the government might unveil in next month’s Budget. An increase in manufacturing output helped the economy expand by 0.1%, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, but the figure for July was revised down…

“Bio-based polymers, bamboo fibres and organic cotton all come with higher raw material and processing costs than traditional plastics, while the supply chains for these sustainable inputs are still immature, making prices volatile and challenging for mass market brands,” she says.

Residents are to be offered advice on coping with the challenges of winter through a series of money and wellbeing roadshows. Organised by West Northamptonshire Council, the events will bring together organisations to provide practical help, from home energy efficiency to debt advice – and mental health support. The events are part of the authority’s…

People are being offered a £40 shopping voucher in return for completing a money session. The Let’s Talk Money course will look at topics such as formulating a budget and using online price comparison tools. East Riding of Yorkshire Council said the course was designed to help residents gain a better understanding of their finances…