UK Power Reserve chief executive Tim Emrich told Utility Week the make-up of the Connection and Use of System Code (CUSC) panel is “mafia-like”.
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The role should instead be completely separated from National Grid to prevent the firm from abusing its influence over the energy system, according to researchers from the university’s Energy Policy Group.
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In its Low Carbon Infrastructure report the ECCC said that despite “strong efforts by National Grid… and Ofgem” the potential for conflicts of interest is “intractable and growing”.
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ADE director Tim Rotheray told Network that although it is “very difficult to actually know precisely what the impact will be,” exiting the EU does not have to hamper the growth of the heating sector.
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Uncertainty – both over the direction of government policy and how events will unfold in general – means there is wide array of potential outcomes.
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In a submission to an Ofgem consultation reviewing the benefits of the Network Innovation Competition and Network Innovation Allowance, the Energy Networks Association (ENA) said there is still opportunity to deliver “further value and savings to the customer.”
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The company recently held a drop-in information event to update residents on progress.
‘Gas to Listowel’ project progressing well Read More »
Abandoning them in favour of electrification before first finding ready alternatives for large-scale energy storage risks leaving the UK with fragile energy supplies, a senior figure at Northern Gas Networks has warned.
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Power transformers play an integral role in the operation of the electric power grid. Failures carry not only the risk of extended downtime, but also significantly impact a utility’s finances and reputation. Understanding what the current risks are and how to mitigate them is crucial in maintaining the smooth operation of a power transformer fleet.
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It was a Friday afternoon rush hour that no energy executive wants to see. On August 9, 2019, nearly one million people across England and Wales lost power. Trains ground to a halt, traffic lights failed, and a hospital in Ipswich lost its main supply. In the immediate aftermath, fingers pointed squarely at the National
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