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An industry on flood alert

An industry on flood alert

Utility Week print editor Suzanne Heneghan comments on a new 'flood moment' for the industry and the nation

6 years ago

Six steps to build markets for zero-carbon buildings

How can the UK’s diverse housing stock be decarbonised in the next 30 years? According to experts at the Energy Systems Catapult, the answer lies in engaging householders and local authorities while developing policies that drive restructuring and innovation on a huge scale.

6 years ago

NIC calls for ‘decisive action’ to deliver flexible electricity system

The government’s infrastructure advisor has told ministers that ensuring there are “no barriers” to future interconnector projects should be prioritised as the UK exits the EU. In its Annual Monitoring Report, the National Infrastructure Commission says the UK is displaying “ongoing successes” - pointing to the development of a flexible, highly renewable energy system.

6 years ago

Public parks highlighted as potential energy source

6 years ago

Cryogenic energy storage start-up secures $46m investment

6 years ago

Current policies ‘not enough’ to attract net-zero investment

6 years ago

Weekend press round-up: Leaked report warns climate crisis threatens human survival

In our review of this weekend's newspapers we see mounting pressure on investment banks to put funds into environmentally sound companies; JP Morgan has warned the climate crisis could endanger the human race; and the government is told it must do more than carbon offsetting to reach its climate goals.

6 years ago

Why 5G can unlock the smart grid

6 years ago

Template contracts released to assist rollout of heat networks

6 years ago

UKPN makes Best Companies to Work For list six years running

UKPN has been placed tenth in the Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For list and has also received a Discovering Potential award, reflecting its ongoing commitment to apprenticeships and its school engagement programme.

6 years ago

Regional Growth & Utilities: Generating change

6 years ago

To catch a thief

6 years ago

Weathering the storm

Gale force winds and a deluge of rain have battered the UK over the past few weeks but thanks to the efforts of staff across the utilities sector, power interruptions have been limited. Paul Fidler, director of operations at the Energy Networks Association, highlights how joined up working has kept the lights on in very difficult conditions.

6 years ago

Six big tech questions for 2020

6 years ago

Giving local people a say

Utilities can play a key role in unlocking local value. But to maximise impact, the focus needs to shift beyond regional growth to regional wellbeing, says Sharon Darcy of Sustainability First.

6 years ago

Ofgem investigates WPD over approach to vulnerable customers

Ofgem has launched an investigation into Western Power Distribution’s (WPD) obligations to its priority service register customers. WPD is the network operator which covers the Midlands, South Wales and the South West.

6 years ago

‘Levelling up’ is still firmly on the agenda

Yet while news of the departure of Andrea Leadsom as business secretary, and the sacking

6 years ago

Citizens Advice says Ofgem still off the mark on network returns

6 years ago

Electrifying the low carbon heat debate

The Ground Source Heat Pump Association begins 2020 with a new look and a new confidence that - with heat pumps emerging as a favoured option in the government's Future Homes consultation - the sector is about to come into its own.

6 years ago

BEIS awards £28m to accelerate low-carbon hydrogen production

6 years ago

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