Page 130 – Current News

April 8, 2024

UKPN and ScottishPower Energy Networks complete £44 million network upgrades

The two major electricity network providers have announced the completion of significant projects within the past week.

Aceleron Energy went into administration in September 2023. Image: ADVIK.

April 8, 2024

ADVIK acquires UK battery repurposing tech company Aceleron

India-based ADVIK has announced the acquisition of UK battery repurposing tech company Aceleron Energy, which went into administration in September 2023.

April 8, 2024

Formula E, Aggreko announce deal for sustainable sport events

Energy solutions provider Agrekko has signed a multi-year deal with Formula E to deliver sustainable options for its global net zero sport events.

April 8, 2024

Field: Battery energy storage could slash curtailment costs by 80% annually

Field has signalled that wind curtailment costs could be slashed by up to 80% annually if sufficient battery energy storage is developed.

The changes will apply from 1 July. Image: Ofgem.

April 8, 2024

Ofgem reveals new changes to the non-domestic energy sector

Energy regulator Ofgem has revealed new changes to the non-domestic energy sector that will grant fairer treatment to various organisations.

April 5, 2024

Current±’s most read stories of the week: Octopus on its V2G tariff and National Grid DSO’s expansion plan

Octopus on its V2G tariff and National Grid DSO’s expansion plan feature as Current±’s most read stories of the week.

The government agency aims to achieve net zero emissions in gas, electricity, waste, business travel, and water by 2030. Image: Pixabay.

April 5, 2024

The Pensions Regulator outlines net zero plan

The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has released a new report outlining how it will achieve its 2030 net zero goals and reduce its operational emissions.

April 5, 2024

UKPN launches tool to help map wind and solar projects

UK Power Networks (UKPN) has introduced a new tool to guide local authorities in finding future sites for community-owned wind and solar farms.

The hydrogen will be used to decarbonise the transportation sector. Image: Renewable Connections.

April 5, 2024

Hydrogen electrolyser facility granted consent in Bradford

A state-of-the-art hydrogen production facility being developed by Renewable Connections has received consent from Bradford Council.

April 5, 2024

March sees highest monthly BEV sales figures since 2019, says SMMT

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has reported that March 2024 saw the most new battery electric vehicle (BEV) registrations for the month since 2019.