Distribution network operator (DNO) Electricity North West (ENW) has launched its latest consultation on the future of its flexibility services. 

A survey by Barclays and Ipsos of nearly 3,000 homeowners found that many people overestimate the cost of common energy efficiency-upgrades like solar panels, roof insulation and double or triple glazing.

The UK government has committed a further £170 million towards the development of the Sizewell C nuclear power station.

A new package of tariffs offered by E.ON Next signals the UK energy market is beginning to draw closer to normal, granting consumers a greater variety of options from energy providers.

With the application deadline for this year’s Electric Vehicle Innovation and Excellence Awards (EVIEs) only nine days away (4 August) time is running out to apply for categories such as original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of the Year (Car & Bus/Commercial Vehicle).

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has announced £8.85 million in funding to train up to 8,000 people in retrofitting and installing insulation to reduce energy consumption in UK households. 

With the launch of Great British Nuclear last week (18 July), one of the biggest questions surrounding the technology remains just how the UK will use nuclear to support the energy transition.

This week we have a packed EV roundup as the rollout of charging infrastructure continues, grid upgrades are taking place in Wales, Durham students have designed a solar car to compete in the World Solar Challenge, and an auto-leasing company director has called on the government to do more to protect the UK EV market from being dominated by cheap Chinese models which could lack data security. 

New analysis from Cornwall Insight’s All-Island forward curve has shown Ireland must secure almost 1GW additional capacity at every renewable auction until 2030 to avoid missing climate targets.

Northern Powergrid has signed a two year contract with Piclo to procure flexibility services on Piclo Flex marketplace.