Contracts for the converter stations and cable system that will make up the Eastern Green Link 3 (EGL3) project have been signed. EGL3 will help remove transmission bottlenecks so that electricity can flow to where it is needed by increasing…
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NGED project aims to help community energy expand – and keep benefits local
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An innovation project launched by National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) could provide grid connections for community energy groups at lower costs, working with TNEI, Regen and Energy Local. It will test a new “Geoprint” approach to identify the best points…
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East coast projects collaborate on streetworks to minimise disruption
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Sizewell C and ScottishPower Renewables (SPR) are taking a coordinated approach to necessary local highway works in key areas of East Suffolk as part of the construction programmes for Sizewell C and the East Anglia TWO offshore windfarm. The joined-up…
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More projects set to follow first geothermal power and lithium extraction in Cornwall
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Geothermal Energy Lithium (GEL) has celebrated delivering the UK’s first continuous geothermal electricity from its United Downs plant in Cornwall. Octopus Energy has signed a long-term deal to purchase at least 3 MW of power from the site. GEL has…
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Engie to acquire UK Power Networks
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Engie is set to take ownership of UK Power Networks from CK Infrastructure Holdings in a deal said to be worth £10.5 billion. Subject to regulatory approvals, the acquisition is expected to take effect in mid 2026. Engie is a…
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Ground source heat network planned for new Cardiff development
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Wates Residential has contracted UK Power Solutions to deliver a ground source heat network for 235 new homes in Cardiff. located at the former Michaelston Community College site. UKPS (a subsidiary of Last Mile Group) will see the company and…
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Future Biogas acquires tenth biomethane plant, says it has potential for CCS
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Future Biogas has acquired Burton Agnes Renewables Limited (BAR), a biomethane production facility located at Harpham Grange Farm in East Yorkshire. Future Biogas has managed, maintained and operated the site since 2021 and will continue to run it. BAR is…
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PV+battery project developer says ‘early engagement’ kept it on track through reform
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Cero Generation and its development partner Enso Energy have reached financial close on the Bumble Bee Project, a solar PV and battery project, connecting to the West Burton substation near Doncaster in the UK. The project will combine 78MW of…
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New project to provide free domestic batteries to test ‘smart energy’ options
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Energy regulator Ofgem has given the green light for funding of £150,000 from the Strategic Innovation Fund to test the use of free or low-cost home batteries in households to cut energy bills and reduce pressure on the grid. The…