Strong wind generation has helped keep the grid secure over much of the winter so far. Image: Pxfuel.
January 29, 2021

National Grid ESO opens consultation into disconnection of embedded generation

National Grid ESO (NGESO) has opened a consultation to develop new guidelines around disconnection of embedded generation.
Image: IONITY.
January 29, 2021

IONITY completes six new 350kW EV charger installs

​UK Power Networks (UKPN) has worked with IONITY for the installation of six high-power chargers at Extra Motorway Services’ area on the M25.
Business and the energy crisis: have the measures gone far enough? Image: Pixabay NC.
January 29, 2021

Two more suppliers close leaving over 400,000 customers to Ofgem's safety net

Another two power suppliers have ceased to trade, in what continues to be a challenging market for smaller players.
Image: ESB.
January 29, 2021

ESB Energy latest to join Zap-Pay EV charging payment service

​Zap-Map has signed up a second electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator – ESB Energy – to its Zap-Pay service.
ADE: ‘recent governmental moves risk undermining positive climate action’. Image: Getty Images.
January 28, 2021

Renewables overtake fossil fuels in Europe but must triple to reach carbon neutrality by 2050

​Renewables have overtaken fossil fuels in Europe in what is being hailed as a “landmark” moment.
The Sewells Farm in Barcombe
January 28, 2021

UKPN to develop electrified heating roadmap in Sussex trial

​UK Power Networks is to develop a roadmap for electrified heating through a trial in Sussex village Barcombe.
Image: GeniePoint.
January 28, 2021

Engie to install 600 EV chargepoints at Premier Inn hotels

​Engie has secured a contract with Whitbread to install electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints at Premier Inn hotels.
Image: Getty.
January 28, 2021

National Grid recommends over £183m in 2021 network reinforcement costs

​An investment of over £183 million is being recommended by National Grid ESO to support network reinforcement in 2021.
The Vulnerability Commitment’s signatories include Octopus Energy
January 28, 2021

WPD targets £6bn investment in RIIO-ED2 draft plan

​Western Power Distribution (WPD) is going to invest £6 billion in its network in the run up to net zero by 2050.
Image: Getty.
January 27, 2021

Ofgem proposes £100,000 fine for Symbio Energy to send ‘strong message’ about RO payments

​Ofgem has proposed a £100,000 fine for Symbio Energy to send a “strong message” about late payments into government renewables schemes.

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