Generation

UKPN sets outs science-based approach to 2028 net-zero goal

UK Power Networks has had its carbon reduction plan and targets endorsed by the Science-Based Target Initiative. The distribution network operator said it is on course to reach net zero for all directly-controllable carbon emissions by 2028. This comprises a 42 per cent reduction in these emissions based on the 2018/19 level, with the rest offset.

WIMES, Ecodesign and the quest for higher standards

As governments, economies and industries are challenged with meeting Net Zero by 2050, the UK water industry has gone a step further and pledged its own deadline of 2030. In doing so, it has set a standard against which other industries should be measured. Such impressive targets won't be met without innovation, work, and a healthy dash of legislation though, as ABB's Rich Gee explains.

SSE and Equinor launch fresh bid for Peterhead CCS project

SSE and Equinor have revived plans for Peterhead Power Station to be fitted with carbon capture technology, with an aim of bringing the project online by 2026.

‘Everything has to go faster’: The route to 2035

Weekend press round-up: EVs ‘will be cheaper to produce than fossil fuel vehicles by 2027’

In our latest review of sector coverage across the national newspapers, there are new estimates around the falling costs of electric vehicles. Meanwhile, Scottish Power chief executive Keith Anderson is interviewed and a trial by Northumbrian Water to extract hydrogen from waste byproducts is profiled.

Fourth CfD allocation round to open in December

RenewableUK calls for onshore wind target of 30GW by 2030

Utilities continue to lag on workforce diversification

First major CfD milestone passed by 5.5GW of offshore wind projects

The state of storage

Black start contracts awarded for northern regions

Calls for reform of ‘flawed’ Smart Export Guarantee

The role of data sharing in water transformation

So Energy signs new PPAs

Weekend press round-up: Goldman Sachs to plough £250m into Ovo

In our latest review of sector coverage across the national newspapers, Goldman Sachs is said to be in advanced negotiations to inject capital into Ovo Energy. Meanwhile, BP is considering bidding in the Scotwind auction as it ramps up its green ambitions. Lobbying efforts to promote investment in hydrogen and the future of desalination for drinking water are also analysed.