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Image of the IFA2 National Grid Interconnector

October 23, 2023

Ofgem rejects BSC modification to cap interconnector trades at VoLL

Ofgem has rejected BSC modification P443 calling to cap National Grid ESO interconnector trades at the Value of Lost Load (VoLL).

October 23, 2023

Heat pumps now cheaper than gas boilers as government funding saves over 20GWh of domestic energy

Heat pumps are now cheaper to install than gas boilers as the Boiler Upgrade Scheme increase launches today (23 October).

October 23, 2023

Octopus introduces rewards scheme for smart meter users

The UK’s second largest energy supplier Octopus Energy has today (23 October) unveiled a new rewards scheme for smart meter users.

October 20, 2023

Highest EV charging prices drop below petrol car running costs

The cost of charging an electric vehicle (EV) within 20 minutes during peak periods has fallen to its lowest this year, according to AA.

This adds to the 10GW of capacity that was unlocked for 'shovel-ready' power projects earlier this year. Image: National Grid.

October 20, 2023

Ofgem announces £1.3 million funding for three National Grid-led projects

Ofgem has granted £1.3 million to three National Grid-led projects, which focus on electricity transmission and distribution innovation.

Grid connections have bene cited as being a major obstacle to the UK's net zero goals. Image: Pxhere NC.

October 20, 2023

IEA: Globe must add or replace 80 million kilometres of grid by 2040

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that the world must add or replace 80 million kilometres of grid by 2040 to meet climate targets.

October 20, 2023

Energy suppliers to publish Citizens Advice ratings as part of new rules

Under new rules introduced by energy regulator Ofgem, energy suppliers must publish their customer service rating provided by Citizens Advice.

A heavy duty electric truck at a roadside charging point in Sweden. Image: Dan Boman / Scania.

October 19, 2023

Electric trucks on net zero agenda as government launches £200 million demonstration programme

The UK government will put £200 million funding into four demonstration projects aimed at promoting zero emissions trucks and putting more electric heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs) onto the roads.

October 19, 2023

Second National Infrastructure Assessment rules out hydrogen for heating

The National Infrastructure Commission has ruled out the use of hydrogen for heating in its second National Infrastructure Assessment.

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October 19, 2023

Solar & Storage Live 2023 – Final Day

Welcome to Current±‘s sister site Solar Power Portal’s day two coverage of Solar & Storage Live 2023, taking place at the NEC in Birmingham over 17-19 October.