The region’s power network operator developed a system to reduce demand for electricity from its control room in central Manchester, without anyone noticing a difference to their power supply. The system helps to cut bills, reduce carbon emissions and balance the national grid when needed.
CLASS project adopted by National Grid Read More »
July, August and September saw renewables generating an estimated total of 29.5 terawatt hours (TWh), while fossil fuel sources accounted for 29.1TWh, according to its calculations.
Clean energy overtakes fossil fuel power in Q3 Read More »
As electricity networks become increasingly digitised and connected it is cybercrime that is viewed as the biggest threat to the lights staying on. But the threat of physical crime is an ever-present one that energy networks cannot afford to ignore.
Closing the door on substation crime Read More »
A CMA study, which began in December, set out to establish whether heat network customers were getting a good deal in areas such as price, quality and service levels.
CMA considers regulation for heat networks Read More »
The appeal was lodged after the regulator rejected a request for a £120 million rebate on the fees paid during 2015/16.
CMA rejects appeal on transmission charges Read More »
CNG opens Europe’s largest renewable biomethane refuelling station, one of two new facilities offering a low-carbon alternative to diesel for HGVs.
CNG opens Europe’s largest renewable biomethane refuelling station Read More »
The firm said the research shows that a strategic shift from diesel to CNG could have a “significant and immediate” impact on the decarbonisation of transport and the drive for cleaner air.
CNG should be ‘fuel of choice’ for freight vehicles Read More »
Its been a turbulent time for the energy networks over recent months.
Collaboration in action Read More »
Research carried out by Citizens Advice last year concluded network companies are set to receive £7.5 billion over the current RIIO price controls. This amounts to an average of £285 per household, over eight years.
Citizens Advice calls on networks to return “unjustified profits” Read More »
In its response to a consultation on the RIIO2 price controls, the charity said Ofgem is currently being prevented from doing so by the two outlying companies whose debt portfolios are more expensive than others.
Citizens Advice urges Ofgem to tackle network debt costs Read More »
