Page 49 – Current News

November 11, 2024

Ofgem: ‘tough but fair’ reforms to reduce 722GW grid connection queue

Ofgem has set out a series of proposals that would overhaul the system by which new projects connect to the energy system.

November 8, 2024

Current± roundup: clean energy tech headlines

After the ambitious targets set out in the National Energy System Operator’s (NESO’s) Clean Power 2030 report, Current± looks back at the infrastructure projects making headlines this week.

November 8, 2024

Octopus Energy’s discounted offshore wind tariff generates savings of up to £400

Octopus Energy has revealed that its offshore wind tariff, offered in Lincolnshire, has saved up to £400 in the offer’s first year.

November 8, 2024

Cornwall Insight: co-located energy assets could answer Clean Power 2030 questions

Consultancy Cornwall Insight has suggested that Hybrid Energy Hubs could be a solution to the rapid reform needed for Clean Power 2030.

November 8, 2024

Renewables met 40% of Ireland’s electricity demand in October

Data from Irish grid operator EirGrid shows that renewable sources provided 40.4% of Ireland’s total electricity demand during October.

November 7, 2024

Welsh Ministers approve 25MW onshore wind development

Renewable energy consultancy and service provider Natural Power has secured consent from the Welsh government for a 25MWp onshore wind development.

November 7, 2024

Pop-up solar EV car park for green skills academy

Renewable tech distributor Segen has had a smart EV charging solar system installed by 3ti at its training academy in Kent.

November 7, 2024

Ofgem asks for feedback on new framework for electricity distribution price control

UK energy regulator Ofgem has opened consultation on proposed changes to the electricity distribution price control mechanism (ED3).

November 7, 2024

EVIEs 2024: finalists in the spotlight

The EVIE awards are just a week away and Current± has been hearing from shortlisted companies as the big night draws closer.

a colourful electricity unit with wires coming out

November 6, 2024

SSEN trials battery tech for emergency supply

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) has successfully trialled a new system to assess the potential of localised battery energy storage systems (BESS) in the event of a power cut.