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Ohme chosen as home charging partner for Japanese automaker Hyundai. Image: Mercedes.

August 8, 2023

Mercedes, Ohme partnership offers 0-80% charging for under £4

Mercedes-Benz has announced a new partnership with smart charging company Ohme, offering its customers cheap charging.

August 8, 2023

CPS calls to abolish Energy Price Cap

The Centre for Policy Studies (CPS) has called for the abolishment of the price cap claiming it has gone “far beyond its intended purpose.”

August 8, 2023

Ofgem grants approval for transmission reinforcement project

Ofgem has approved a Final Needs Case for a transmission reinforcement project being pursued by SSEN Transmission.

EU interconnector report map. Image: EnAppSys

August 8, 2023

GB net energy importer in first half of 2023

Energy analyst EnAppSys has published a new report showing that Great Britain was a net energy importer in the first half of 2023, while France exports the most power of any country in Europe.

64% of people support development of new grid infrastructure, says RenewableUK. Image: Pxhere.

August 7, 2023

64% of people support development of new grid infrastructure – RenewableUK

According to new research released by RenewableUK today (7 August), 64% of the GB population support the development of new grid infrastructure.

August 7, 2023

Vodafone, DCC to upgrade Britain’s smart meter network

Vodafone has signed a 15-year agreement with the Data Communications Company (DCC) to upgrade Britain’s smart meter network.

August 7, 2023

Durham launches pilot scheme to boost EV charging outside homes

Durham in the North East of England, is trialling a pilot scheme aiming to boost electric vehicle (EV) charging for those without driveways.

August 7, 2023

Virtual Energy System: The importance of governance to drive data sharing in the energy system

Carolina Tortora discusses the importance of data sharing, as National Grid ESO today announces updates to the Virtual Energy System.

August 7, 2023

July confirmed as the ‘best month since 2020’ for EV registrations

New analysis from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has found that July 2023 was the “best month for electric vehicle (EV) registrations since 2020”.