Page 21 – Current News

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March 3, 2025

Solid-state automotive battery takes to the road in Mercedes trial

Mercedes-Benz has begun road testing a solid-state EV battery system developed in partnership with US-based Factorial Energy.

March 3, 2025

Report: 80% of drivers will save by swapping to an EV

A new report from industry body Electric Vehicles UK (EVUK) and independent researchers New AutoMotive has found that the average driver could save £5,580 by swapping to an EV.

March 3, 2025

Repairs training not keeping up with EV sales growth, says Nationwide Vehicle Contracts

Vehicle leasing company Nationwide Vehicle Contracts has issued advice that would help the ‘EV skill shortage’.

March 3, 2025

University of Exeter launches £6.5 million study on reducing NHS carbon emissions

The University of Exeter has been awarded £6.5 million in funding to develop a UK-wide hub to help the NHS slash its carbon footprint.

March 3, 2025

ORIT secures £100 million loan facility

Octopus Renewables Infrastructure Trust (ORIT) has signed a new five-year term loan facility worth £100 million.

February 28, 2025

NGED launches self-service tool for moving electricity supplies

National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) customers will now be able to more easily apply to move their electricity supply and meter thanks to a new online tool.

February 28, 2025

Octopus launches retrofitted Zero Bills trial in first collaboration with local authority

Octopus Energy has announced it will trial a retrofit offer as part of its ‘Zero Bills’ homes initiative, guaranteeing upgraded households no energy bills for five years.

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February 28, 2025

SSE reveals plans to repower Lochay Hydro Power station

SSE Renewables has announced that it will invest £70 million to upgrade Lochay Hydropower Station to extend its operational lifespan.

February 28, 2025

Massachusetts, US, to launch two-year V2X demonstration trial

Massachusetts, US, is set to launch a two-year vehicle-to-everything (V2X) trial to showcase the technology's benefits for the state grid.

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February 27, 2025

Bute Energy lands £600 million investment from CIP

Welsh energy producer Bute Energy has announced that it has received a landmark £600 million investment from Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP).