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September 16, 2020

Northern Powergrid calls for customer engagement to help transform grid

Northern Powergrid has launched the second stage of its Emerging Thinking project, looking to give a voice to customers about grid developments.

September 16, 2020

Zenobe teams up with Open Energi and Erova for automated energy optimisation and trading system

Zenobe Energy is to enter a new battery into the Balancing Mechanism (BM) as part of an optimisation deal with Open Energi and Erova Energy.

September 16, 2020

Hitachi abandons 2.9GW Wylfa Newydd nuclear project

Hitachi has pulled out of the troubled Wylfa Newydd nuclear project in Wales, citing the changed investment environment caused by COVID-19.

BP has already cemented its role in the solar sector with Lightsource BP. Image: Lightsource BP.

September 15, 2020

BP teams up with Microsoft in co-innovation effort for digital solutions

BP has announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft, with the two set to collaborate on further digital transformation in energy systems.

ENA calls for a number of measures for the UK to include in the upcoming Spring Budget. Image: Pxfuel NC.

September 15, 2020

WPD targets ‘tangible and impactful change’ as it launches digitalisation strategy

Western Power Distribution (WPD) has launched a new digitalisation strategy with the aim of delivering a more economic and efficient service as it transitions to net zero.

September 15, 2020

Jonathan Tudor joins Clean Growth Fund

Jonathan Tudor has joined the Clean Growth Fund as investment partner due to his “invaluable” experience.

September 15, 2020

Npower report finds 75% of businesses back 2050 net zero

A new report launched by npower shows that the majority of businesses back net zero, with a significant number praising the perceived benefits.

September 15, 2020

Good Energy gross profits fall 13.3% as lower demand bites despite 'strong cash flow'

Higher network costs and the need to sell excess contracted power back has resulted in Good Energy’s gross profit taking a hit.

Octopus Energy and the Mayor of Brighton & Hove Cllr Robins at the opening event. Image: Octopus Energy.

September 14, 2020

Octopus Energy opens new office in Brighton as it launches recruitment drive

Octopus Energy has officially opened its new office in Brighton, creating 80 new jobs in the area.

BP reduces 2030 emissions reduction target to continue oil and gas operations. Image: BP.

September 14, 2020

Energy markets to ‘undergo lasting change’ says BP Energy Outlook 2020

Globally fossil fuel consumption is set to fall for the first time ever as renewables continue to surge over the next thirty years, according to oil and gas giant BP’s 2020 Energy Outlook Report.