Low wind scuppers latest coal-free run as it ends at 55 days
Great Britain’s latest coal free run – which spanned 55 days – has come to an end due to low wind and tighter margins.
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NIC: Britain could meet 65% of electricity needs with renewables by 2030 at low cost
Falling renewables costs and speedy deployment mean that Britain should aim for the technology to meet two thirds of electricity needs by 2030.
Renewable generation sees 'largest year-on-year' increase as it exceeds 40TWh in Q1
The UK's renewable generation has seen the largest ever year-on-year increase, jumping by 30% in Q1 2020.
CBI latest to call for green recovery to help UK 'build back better'
The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has joined calls for a green UK recovery from COVID-19.
Ripple Energy unveils 'UK's first' consumer-owned wind farm in Octopus partnership
Energy company Ripple Energy is launching the UK’s first consumer-owned wind farm, entering into a deal with Octopus Energy for the energy it generates.
WPD opens up its mapped data for future energy scenarios across network
Western Power Distribution (WPD) has shared its mapped data of future energy scenarios for the first time.
SSE calls for a 2040 net zero power system and 2030 ICE ban in action plan
The government should set a target of achieving a net zero power system by 2040, SSE has recommended as part of a five-point action plan.
'Much more' wind capacity needed as RenewableUK outlines 2050 net zero vision
The UK will need "much more" wind capacity to meet net zero, alongside a number of wide ranging measures including support for floating wind, solar and flexibility.
Ofgem approves urgency of National Grid ESO Grid Code modification
National Grid ESO's Grid Code modification request regarding disconnecting embedded generation is urgent, Ofgem has ruled, with a final decision expected before the end of the week.