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February 14, 2024

Scotland’s EV scheme makes country hotspot for free charging

A new study has revealed that four of the five UK locations with the most free electric vehicle (EV) charging points are located in Scotland.
Cruachan Dam, Scotland, an existing 440MW pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) facility, one of only four in the UK. PHES is the most commercially mature LDES technology, with a duration typically between 4 and 20 hours. Image: Drax Power.
February 14, 2024

LDES consultation a ‘defining policy’ for GB power sector

The ongoing LDES consultation has been dubbed a “defining policy” for the GB power sector to achieve its 2035 decarbonisation goal.
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February 13, 2024

Environmental Audit Committee calls for SMR clarity from UK government

The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has written an open letter to the UK government asking for clarity on its policy for advancing small modular reactors (SMR).
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February 13, 2024

Used EV sales increased by over 90% in 2023

Used battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales jumped by 90.9% year-on-year in 2023, revealed the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Round 5 is expected to be the first phase of development in the Celtic Sea. Image: Erich Westendarp (Pixabay).
February 13, 2024

Crown Estate concludes HRAs ahead of Celtic Sea offshore wind auction: ‘no adverse effects’

The Crown Estate has concluded its Celtic Sea Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) ahead of the offshore wind round five leasing process.
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February 13, 2024

700 council homes retrofitted with low-carbon technologies in Exeter

Exeter City Council has retrofitted 700 council homes with low-carbon technologies, including solar photovoltaics (PV) and heat pumps.
Image: UKPN.
February 13, 2024

Market-wide half-hourly settlement: Why energy suppliers can’t afford to stand still

In this guest blog, Tristan Fowler, head of product at ENSEK, explores the roll out of the Market-wide Half-Hourly settlement (MHHS) reform.
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February 12, 2024

Renewable technologies supported in £1.2 billion West Midlands Combined Authority Budget

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is set to invest around £707 million in various initiatives supporting the transition to net zero.
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February 12, 2024

Ultra-rapid off-peak charging cheaper than petrol, reveals AA EV Recharge report

Automotive service provider AA has released a report for December 2023 claiming that ultra-rapid off-peak electric vehicle (EV) charging is cheaper than petrol.
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February 12, 2024

BP profits reduce as renewable pipeline grows to 58.3GW

Oil and gas giant BP has recorded a profit of $13.8 billion (£11 billion) across 2023 as its renewable pipeline reaches 58.3GW.

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