Smart utilities

Record wind generation results in ‘highest negative pricing’

The consumers were all on Octopus Energy Agile time of use tariffs. Meanwhile National Grid ESO said it was “excited” to see the example of a smart electricity system in action.

Weekend press round-up: Long Bailey says utility bosses must listen

This weekend Labour's business secretary admitted energy firms will be unhappy with Labour's renationalisation plans, but said they'll understand. Meanwhile, large energy suppliers have topped the best-buy lists as smaller rivals struggle and Drax has set out its long-term strategy.

All bets are off for PR19

Accelerate19 report: Electrifying opportunities

Ofgem mulls changes to electricity network forecasts

Overcoming planning problems for energy projects

“The hardening attitudes of landowners towards utility companies has the potential to be a major stumbling block to achieving net zero.”

Utilities need to see the big picture

Northern Powergrid to trial energy-saving transformer

Prepare for a surge in extreme weather complaints

An industry divided

The price cap in energy has been cited as a major factor in the troubles engulfing Npower, which is set to cut up to 4,500 jobs as it merges with Eon. Utility Week print editor Suzanne Heneghan discusses the impact of the cap as it approaches its first anniversary.

Don’t flush away your customer data

Managing disruption due to accidents and leaks is a major challenge for water companies and can make or break a reputation. Responding quickly and effectively is essential, and this is where technology can play a role.

Ofgem launches process to create Retail Energy Code

Northumbrian looks to eradicate plastic bottles in emergency response

SSEN calls for subsidies to encourage flexibility

UK Power Networks launches research hub for vehicle-to-grid trials

Hydrogen trial among latest winners of Network Innovation Competition

Ofgem clears way for independent aggregators to enter balancing mechanism

SMETS2 smart meter installations surpass 3 million milestone

Octopus: A tech firm that does energy

UKPN: DNOs ‘will be blamed for delaying net-zero if we don’t move fast enough’

Patrick Clarke, the director of network operations for UK Power Networks, has insisted the sector needs to be decarbonisation-ready, even in the absence of policy roadmaps – or risk a public backlash. He also shared his view on why utilities will still be digging up the roads in 50 years’ time.