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August 18, 2023

Final prediction sees Q4 price cap drop by over £200

Cornwall Insight’s final Q4 Default Tariff Cap prediction sees a £251 drop from the current cap.

Ofgem has asked stakeholders to send responses by 29 September 2023. Image: Getty Images.

August 17, 2023

Flexibility could replace four gas stations, says Cornwall Insight

Cornwall Insight has found that flexible electricity usage would negate the need for four additional gas-fired power stations.

August 16, 2023

UK renewables investment slows down as competition ramps up

Following yesterday's blog covering the domestic effects of the Inflation Reduction Act, Current± looks at the international consequences.

August 15, 2023

The IRA impact: a first anniversary overview

As the US Inflation Reduction Act approaches its first anniversary, Mark Williams from the Centre for American Progress explores its impact so far.

August 15, 2023

Scotland step closer to unlocking 970MW of renewable energy

Ofgem has provisionally approved the 275kV Argyll and Kintyre Strategy to unlock at least 970MW of new renewable electricity generation.

Battery storage installations also saw a welcome increase in 2023. Image: Nesta.

August 14, 2023

2023 to be ‘best year ever’ for domestic renewable installations

Record heat pump installation rates have helped set the UK on track for the “best year ever for renewable energy” installations, said the MCS.

August 11, 2023

Application submitted for 92MW wind farm in Wales

Wales-based renewable energy developer, Bute Energy has submitted a development application for a 92.4MW wind farm in Wales.

August 10, 2023

New publicly-owned energy company launched in Wales

August 10, 2023

Octopus, UKPN offer free electricity during periods of abundance

Octopus Energy and UK Power Networks will offer customers free electricity when energy supply exceeds demand.

August 9, 2023

New ancillary service to expand balancing options

National Grid ESO, UK Power Networks and National Grid Electricity Distribution have launched an ancillary service to unlock more capacity using smart technology.

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