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What digital strategies are likely to drive the sector forward over the next 12 months? Graeme Wright, chief digital officer for utilities at Fujitsu UK, gives his top six predictions.
5 years ago
Growth in low-carbon electricity generation stalled in 2019 despite almost a fourfold year-on-year increase in coal-free days. The figures have sparked calls for the government to go beyond its commitment to offshore wind and support other forms of renewables.
RWE and Orsted have agreed to pay £9 million for failings leading up to last year’s major power cut, while UK Power Networks will also pledge £1.5 million after reconnecting customers too early. Ofgem has also said “important questions” need to be answered about the structure and governance of the National Grid Electricity System Operator.
Our festive newspaper review includes reflections on the continued shift from fossil fuels, predictions on movement for energy bills in 2020 and a net-zero warning from the outgoing boss of BP.
Speculation is rife that the new prime minister will re-introduce the department for energy and climate change, as part of a wider Whitehall restructure. David Blackman talks to industry experts about the mooted move and what it would mean for the net-zero journey.
6 years ago
The challenge of decarbonising the UK economy by 2050 is insurmountable without understanding how and when people use energy. Dhara Vyas of Citizens Advice reveals new data detailing how consumers feel about sharing their energy data.
The government has promised fresh investment in carbon capture and nuclear energy in its first post-election Budget next year, according to briefing notes accompanying the Queen’s Speech.
ENW says the move is a significant step towards becoming carbon neutral by 2038. Power will be generated by Walney windfarm off the coast of Cumbria.
Ex- Conservative leader Lord Howard has suggested that the government could review its effective ban on large new onshore wind and solar projects. Meanwhile, his former colleague, Lord Deben, has written an open letter to Boris Johnson urging him to “seize” the opportunity of his new majority to make “confident decisions” on tackling the climate change challenge.
The 2050 net-zero target deadline will only be met through significant changes in behaviour and a focus on collaboration, according to Denise Massey, managing director of the Energy Innovation Centre.
