Energy networks

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.

Charity launches emergency heat fund for off-grid homes

ESO launches flexibility pilot to manage grid constraints at Scottish border

Cost of capital for ED2 revealed

EV tariff bundles present confusing picture for consumers

Electric vehicle (EV) tariff bundles being offered by energy retailers are complicated and difficult to compare, a new Citizens Advice report has concluded. The consumer charity said this could result in them choosing tariffs unsuitable for their needs.

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

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

Major utilities backer warns Ofgem ‘investments must be profitable’

Not just for men: Encouraging more women to join a male-dominated sector

‘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.

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

Weekend press round-up: ‘Soon it will be hard to justify buying a petrol car’

In our latest review of sector coverage across the national newspapers, concerns about an electric car bubble are discussed. There is also an update on progress towards developing nuclear fusion. Meanwhile, Aggreko’s board has accepted a £2.3 billion private equity bid.

All units in Capacity Market may be required to join Balancing Mechanism

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

Does diversity drive productivity?