The creation of smart local energy systems could make a significant impact in the UK delivering net zero however barriers still remain before this technology is widely viable.
The Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA) has called on Ofgem to conduct a village-sized trial of using heat pumps to decarbonise homes. The trial, which would mirror the UK Government backed hydrogen village that is hoped to begin trial in 2025.
New analysis from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) has shown that wind, hydro and solar has generated 13TWh since the beginning of October, saving 27TWh of gas that would otherwise have been required.
In December 2019, Ofgem released their final decision on the Targeted Charging Review, officially confirming that is was bringing in the ‘Triad’ system.
With the government’s Energy Bill Relief Scheme set to end in March, the price of charging an EV on a public network could be "significantly more expensive" in comparison to filling a petrol or diesel car, Cornwall Insight has indicated.
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) has indicated the UK’s renewable industry has shown “great resilience and ingenuity” with the government having failed to match its net zero commitments.
Electricity North West has unveiled that over £10 million has been made available in order to facilitate the creation of a gigawatt of flexibility from 2023-28 across 30 locations in the North West.
A new strategic partnership between Lloyds Banking Group, Octopus Energy and Halifax is aiming to introduce air-source heat pumps for Halifax customers and boost the rollout of zero-carbon heating.
