interconnectors

Image of the IFA2 National Grid Interconnector

September 15, 2021

Fire blazing at IFA1 interconnector leaves GB grid facing even tighter market and higher prices

A fire at National Grid’s IFA1 interconnector site in Sellindge is to see power prices once again spike in the UK as 1GW of capacity drops off the system.

August 31, 2021

Britain hits new import record as interconnector capacity grows

Britain hit a new electricity import record in a glimpse of the future according to energy market analyst EnAppSys.

The Vulnerability Commitment’s signatories include Octopus Energy

June 14, 2021

Interconnector capacity in Britain the most expensive in Europe

The cost of interconnector capacity to Britain is the most expensive in Europe, according to new research from EnAppSys.

In total the Demand Flexibility Service tests have procured over 1.5GWh of capacity. Image: Getty.

October 15, 2020

Winter Outlook 2020: COVID-19 uncertainty and margin variability to shape winter period

Whilst power demand has started to recover, the impact of COVID-19 continues to be uncertain as the country moves into the winter period.

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

October 1, 2020

Integrated offshore grid connections could save consumers £6bn

Taking an integrated approach to offshore grid connections could save consumers around £6 billion, according to a new report from National Grid ESO.

Brexit has meant the UK has decoupled from EUphemia

February 27, 2020

‘Importance of the UK energy sector’ recognised as interconnectors included in Brexit negotiations outline

Trading through interconnectors is set to be included in the upcoming Brexit negotiations between the UK and the European Union, after an energy agreement was included in government plans.

November 18, 2019

Intraday trading begins on the Nemo Link interconnector

Intraday trading is now possible between Belgium and Britain on the Nemo Link interconnector.

November 12, 2019

‘Major milestone’ hit as first applications for Greenlink Interconnector submitted

The first planning applications have been submitted for the Greenlink interconnector, which will connect Wales and Ireland.

2022/23's variant of the DFS scheme was a major hit with many calling for its reintroduction. Image: Getty.

October 10, 2019

Winter Outlook 2019: Brexit to have no impact as greener winter trend continues

The UK will have no problem meeting energy demands throughout this winter thanks to a surplus in generation according to the National Grids Winter Outlook report, released on the 9 October.

June 5, 2019

More frequent ‘coal-free fortnights’ to be driven by GB carbon taxes, coal-fired imports

Britain’s high carbon prices look set to drive more prolonged periods without coal generation, but the country is still reliant on coal power from overseas, energy analyst firm EnAppSys has claimed.

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