energy supply

November 15, 2022

National Grid ESO’s first demand flexibility test period announced

The first alert for National Grid ESO’s demand flexibility service has been confirmed for 15 November between 17:00 and 18:00.

The new figure stands at 6.8%. Image: Pexels NC.

October 25, 2022

National Grid targets community engagement with Eurolink and Sea Link

The National Grid has invited local communities in Suffolk and Kent to comment on proposals for two green energy infrastructure projects dubbed Eurolink and Sea Link.

October 21, 2022

Fuuse EV charging to support National Grid’s Demand Flexibility Service scheme this winter

EV chargepoint management platform Fuuse has launched a scheme allowing businesses to use their charging assets in a bid to protect the UK’s energy supply this winter as the energy crisis intensifies.

ECIU estimates that each onshore wind farm can produce 9MW for each square kilometre of space. Image: Pxfuel.

October 14, 2022

Wind generation hits highest ever availability with a peak of 17.6GW

The GB energy system saw its highest ever available wind generation in the week commencing 3 October, peaking at 17.6GW of potential wind energy generated in the evening of 5 October.

Origin ‘upgrades’ FY2023 energy market outlook due to strong contribution from Octopus Energy. Image: Octopus Energy.

October 10, 2022

Octopus Energy introduces energy flexibility scheme with financial incentive for customers

A new energy flexibility scheme introduced by Octopus Energy could save customers £100 on energy bills and reduce demand during peak usage hours.

17 energy suppliers found to have weaknesses in customer practices

September 27, 2022

The majority of UK energy suppliers have weaknesses in customer practices, says Ofgem

Ofgem has found that the majority of energy suppliers have minor, moderate or severe weaknesses in their current practices towards customers.

Doorey joins OVO from Virgin Media O2. Image: OVO

June 16, 2022

OVO Energy appoints new VP of corporate affairs

OVO Energy has appointed Alex Doorey as VP of corporate affairs, with Doorey to be responsible for public affairs, policy, media relations and sustainability.

Octopus Energy secured Bulb's services in December 2022. Image: Bulb.

June 14, 2022

Octopus reportedly makes bid to buy Bulb

Following Bulb entering special administration last year, several energy companies have reportedly made bids to buy the energy supplier.

The six brands under the Stellantis umbrella included in the partnership are: Peugeot

June 10, 2022

Octopus makes German wind investment as it plans future Fan Club tariff expansion

Octopus Energy Group has continued to expand its international presence with its first renewable energy deal in Germany.

Good Energy's Cherish Jackson (pictured) said the company is heading in the right direction. Image: Good Energy

May 31, 2022

Good Energy ‘heading in the right direction’ as it commits to halving its carbon emissions

Green energy supplier Good Energy has committed to halving the carbon emissions of its business by 2030.

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