Page 5 – Current News

April 25, 2025

Statera Energy secures planning approval for UK’s largest green hydrogen project

Renewable energy developer Statera Energy has announced that it has secured planning approval for its Kintore Green Hydrogen project.

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April 25, 2025

New Automotive: Plug-in vehicles account for 30% of global car registrations in March

The latest statistics from automotive research firm New Automotive have revealed that plug in vehicles now make up around 30% of all new car registrations.

April 25, 2025

National Grid’s Sea Link application accepted by Planning Inspectorate

National Grid’s proposed Sea Link subsea cable project has reached a significant milestone as its application for a Development Consent Order (DCO) has been accepted for consideration by the Planning Inspectorate.

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April 24, 2025

UK government announces £300 million boost for offshore wind

Prime minister Kier Starmer has announced a £300 million investment into offshore wind supply chains through Great British Energy.

April 24, 2025

UAE firm TAQA acquires 100% of Transmission Investment

TAQA has announced that it has acquired 100% of UK-based energy and utility investment platform, Transmission Investment.

April 24, 2025

‘Multi-decade contracts’ a hindrance to the UK’s evolving green hydrogen market

The Hydrogen Energy Association has said that multi-decade contracts have had a reverse effect and stifled investment opportunities.

April 24, 2025

Hitachi Energy to supply SF6-free technology to SP Energy Networks

Hitachi Energy, headquartered in Switzerland, has partnered with SP Energy Networks to provide sulphur hexafluoride (SF6)-free switchgear technology.

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April 24, 2025

Ofgem criticised for bias against battery storage via new LDES scheme

Ofgem has faced criticism from developers of battery energy storage systems (BESS) through an open letter addressed to the energy regulator.

April 23, 2025

New standards for smart appliances aim for energy bill savings

The UK government is bringing in new rules for smart appliances to help energy consumers save money.

April 23, 2025

Cornwall Insight: switching to an EV could save drivers up to £800 per year

New figures from research consultancy Cornwall Insight have shown that EV drivers could save hundreds or even thousands each year depending on how and where they charge their vehicle.