Technology

Hudson Energy Supply UK was rebranded as Shell Energy in 2020. Image: Shell Energy.

January 15, 2024

Ofgem confirms £1.7 million penalty on energy supplier over ‘serious overcharging’

Energy regulator Ofgem confirmed on Wednesday (10 January) its decision to impose a financial penalty on Hudson Energy Supply UK (HES).

The installations figures are marginally lower than 2021's 2.42 million. Image: Chameleon Technology.

January 12, 2024

ElectraLink: Smart meter installations grow YoY to 2.4 million

ElectraLink has unveiled its latest smart meter installation statistics signalling small growth year-on-year (YoY) to 2.4 million.

January 11, 2024

ESO signs MoU to explore digital twins with government

National Grid ESO has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the UK government to support the creation of digital twins.

January 11, 2024

EZ-Charge calls on UK government to slash EV charging VAT

Chargepoint operator (CPO) EZ-Charge has called on the UK government to reduce the 20% VAT currently applied to public charging points.

ZeroAvia utilises a prototype ZA600 hydrogen-electric powertrains. Image: ZeroAvia.

January 10, 2024

ScottishPower, ZeroAvia to explore green hydrogen at airports

ScottishPower has partners with ZeroAvia to explore the development of green hydrogen supply solutions at “key airports” and EET given greenlight to develop the UK's "largest" low-carbon hydrogen hub.

GridBeyond and Monta partner to stabilise GB grid via EV chargers. Image: GridBeyond.

January 9, 2024

GridBeyond, Monta partner to stabilise UK grid via EV chargers

Energy optimiser GridBeyond and electric vehicle (EV) charging platform Monta have collaborated on technology which uses EV chargers to maintain grid stability.

Modo’s research indicates that assets over 1.5 hours in duration earned around £3.3k/MW on average. Image: Statera.

January 9, 2024

Battery storage revenue falls to lowest since 2020 in December

Average battery energy storage revenue for the balancing mechanism fell by 16% in December 2023 according to Modo Energy, to £2.5k/MW.

Heat pumps must be a standard within all new homes. Image: Ketcgum.

January 5, 2024

Leeds Council launches £15 million scheme for green heating

Leeds City Council has launched a new scheme this week aiming to provide free installation of energy saving green measures for hundreds of local households.

It has previously been reported that the South of England could see increased strain due to interconnector issues. Image: Pxhere NC.

January 3, 2024

IFA Interconnector fault causes 49.2Hz frequency event

On 22 December, a fault on the IFA Interconnector between France and the UK caused a 49.2Hz frequency event leading to a loss of 2GW on the UK grid.

January 3, 2024

Motorway high-power EV chargepoint target missed by over 60%

The government’s target of at least six high-powered chargepoints installed at every motorway service area in England by the close of 2023 has been missed by over 60%.