Blending small quantities of hydrogen into the gas pipeline network is considered as a possible “quick-win” solution to meet carbon reduction targets.
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The report describes how wide-scale deployment of heat pumps in the UK will require three key factors:
Consumer power key to heat pump roll-out, says HPA Read More »
Writing in Network’s sister title Utility Week, Jonathan Brearley said: “Network charges make up about a quarter of an average household energy bill or £251 a year so it’s vital that consumers’ voice is heard”.
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The proposals are outlined in a collection of essays by authors from Citizens Advice, Citizens Advice Scotland, Sustainability First, Centre for Sustainable Energy and National Energy Action.
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Discussion at a Power Responsive steering group in January, held by National Grid, pinpointed the “slow and consultation heavy” design and implementation process as being damaging to investor confidence in new or recent assets such as diesel and battery storage.
Consultations are damaging investor confidence in storage Read More »
As part of its Open Networks Project the ENA has launched a major new consultation on electricity networks’ plans to deliver a smarter, more flexible and more decentralised energy system, a change which could save consumers as much as £40 billion by 2050.
Consultation launched on ‘Future Worlds’ for smart grid Read More »
Creating local energy plans as part of a wider whole system was hot on the agenda as delegates from across the sector came together for a thorough examination of the best ways in which to achieve this.
Considering the impacts of localised energy Read More »
Energetics has named Mike Pearce as its new chief executive, taking over from Bill McClymont who left the business on 7 October.
Connections provider announces new exec team Read More »
The ENA, as part of its Open Networks Project, is looking to make it easier and quicker for all customers, including those offering flexibility, to connect to the grid, releasing capacity and providing new opportunities for all.
Connection options highlighted in ENA consultation Read More »
The latest battery-only cars need only five minutes at the quickest ‘Rapid’ chargepoints to take on enough electricity to add about 15 miles of range.
Confusion over EV charging network speeds Read More »
