Round 5 is expected to be the first phase of development in the Celtic Sea. Image: Erich Westendarp (Pixabay).
February 26, 2024

The sleeping renewable giant: How the Celtic Sea could propel the UK’s net zero goals

In this blog, Current± delves into how the Celtic Sea could help propel the UK's net zero ambitions through floating offshore wind and hydrogen.
EDF's Teeside offshore wind farm. Image: EDF.
February 23, 2024

UK could double its offshore wind capacity in next Contracts for Difference round

The UK could double its offshore wind capacity in this year's Contracts for Difference (CfD) auction round, revealed a new report by RenewableUK.
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February 23, 2024

UKPN successfully trials ‘game-changing’ roadworks tool

UK Power Networks (UKPN) has successfully led a trial for an automated roadworks planning tool, which aims to cut connection times for customers.
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February 23, 2024

UK government introduces new energy bill saving measures

The UK government has today (23 February) announced long-term measures aiming to help households save on their monthly energy bills.
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February 23, 2024

Energy industry urges government not to ‘ignore’ sky-high energy prices

Ofgem today confirmed that the Q2 price cap will remain significantly higher than pre-crisis levels, causing the energy industry to urge the government not to "ignore" these sky-high prices "as the new normal".
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February 23, 2024

Reduced energy price cap remains 49% above pre-crisis levels

Ofgem today (23 February) confirmed the 1 April to 30 June 2024 Default Tariff Cap will be set at £1,690 - 12% lower than the current cap.
Floating offshore wind farms are also being explored in Ireland. Image: EDF.
February 22, 2024

Floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea could be worth up to £1.4 billion

The Crown Estate has released research indicating that the floating offshore wind opportunity in the Celtic Sea could be worth up to £1.4 billion.
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February 22, 2024

UK government releases strategy statement for energy policy

The UK government has released a strategic policy statement setting out its priorities for energy transition policy in the UK.
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February 22, 2024

UK withdraws from fossil fuel-serving Energy Charter Treaty

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has confirmed the UK's withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT).
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February 22, 2024

UK government must provide clearer energy transition policy, says DNV

Global assurance and risk management provider DNV has released a report suggesting that the UK government should prioritise long-term policy clarity and consistency for the energy transition.

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