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Cost of Capital Institute needed to inform regulation

Scottish Power chief executive Keith Anderson has said the idea of creating a body to set the cost of capital across regulated sectors “should be explored”. He warned that there is currently “competition between regulators as to who can be the best baddie in town” on cost of capital and that the Competition & Markets Authority is already becoming, by default, the authority on returns.

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Pettigrew: WPD deal will bring ‘complementary strengths’

National Grid chief executive John Pettigrew’s has set out the rationale for the acquisition of Western Power Distribution, as well as defending the price paid. He also said “only time will tell” exactly how much of National Grid’s gas transmission business will be sold off but denied that the disposal marked the beginning of a full retreat from the sector.

4 years ago

National Grid to buy WPD in strategic ‘pivot’ towards power

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Integrated North Sea power grid could save up to £70bn

4 years ago

Energy Systems Catapult adds smart EV charging to Living Lab

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UKPN rolls out ‘self-healing’ restoration software

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RIIO2 appeals present headache for CMA

All eight of the gas and transmission networks are appealing Ofgem’s final determinations for RIIO2. But, what arguments have they put forward and what are their chances of success? Former Ofgem executive Maxine Frerk summarises the points raised and the challenges they pose for the Competition & Markets Authority (CMA).

4 years ago

Who will blink first in bids for WPD?

Three companies are thought to be at the final stages of bidding for Western Power Distribution, including two familiar names and a new entrant to the market. James Wallin looks at the runners and riders and asks what the deal could mean for the wider question of rates of returns.

4 years ago

ESO launches flexibility pilot to manage grid constraints at Scottish border

4 years ago

Cost of capital for ED2 revealed

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REA calls for new support mechanism for long-duration energy storage

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Ground source heat pumps could be much more than ‘niche’ technology

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Major utilities backer warns Ofgem ‘investments must be profitable’

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‘Flexibility is a win for everyone’

Sotiris Georgiopoulos, head of smart grid development at UK Power Networks, talks to Utility Week about his new role as chair of the Energy Networks Association’s Open Networks project – what has been achieved so far and what more there is to do.

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‘Inherent conflict’ between boosting supply chain and lowering wind prices

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‘Ground-breaking’ asset metering code modification approved by Ofgem

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RIIO2 appeals sought by all transmission and gas distribution networks

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Consortium awarded grid link licence for Hornsea One after record investment

Ofgem has awarded a licence for the grid link to offshore windfarm Hornsea One after securing a record £1.2 billion investment. The Mitsubishi Corporation-led consortium Diamond Transmission Partners was selected by Ofgem to own and operate the offshore transmission system linking the windfarm to the British mainland.

4 years ago

Latest on RIIO2 appeals

4 years ago

National Grid to appeal cost of equity for RIIO2

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