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National Grid
June 20, 2024

The dash for gas will increase electricity bills 

David Cunningham, director of cleantech & renewables at Gneiss Energy, argues there are better and cheaper ways to keep the lights on.
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June 19, 2024

AI to introduce grid efficiencies, DNV finds

Independent energy expert and assurance provider DNV has published its New Power Systems report showing that global electricity demand will double by 2050.
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June 17, 2024

Octopus Energy calls for open-source connection process

Octopus Energy has published a report outlining what needs to be done to speed up green energy grid connections.
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June 13, 2024

UKPN announces £1 million for community energy groups

UK Power Networks (UKPN) has pledged £1 million to help community energy groups grow their net zero programmes.
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June 11, 2024

ESO winds down Demand Flexibility Service for coming winter

The UK's Electricity System Operator (ESO) has announced changes to the Demand Flexibility Service (DFS).
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June 6, 2024

UK capacity surplus up in Early Winter Outlook, but risks and ‘tight days’ remain

National Grid ESO says Great Britain’s electricity grid is expected to have sufficient operational surplus throughout winter. This year has a de-rated margin of 5.6GW (9.4%) which is higher than last year.
Grid connectivity is a major challenge for the UK’s energy networks.
June 4, 2024

Grid connections reform: what do you need to know?

Roadnight Taylor CEO, Hugh Taylor, explores the grid connection reforms and answers some of the key questions from across the industry.
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June 3, 2024

National Grid starts work on 275kV substation

National Grid has started construction on the Hylton Castle substation being built on the International Advanced Manufacturing Park (IAMP).
Keir Starmer visits Welsh Port.
May 31, 2024

Labour’s Great British Energy: ‘investment vehicle, not an energy company’

The UK Labour Party has given more details on its vision for Great British Energy, a publicly owned clean energy company.
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May 31, 2024

National Grid extends consultation on Norwich to Tilbury upgrade

The consultation period for National Grid’s Norwich to Tilbury proposal to reinforce the power network has been extended until 26 July 2024.

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