Company strategy

The foundations of tomorrow – technology for future utilities

Utility Week, in association with Wipro, asked utility technology leaders about their strategic vision and the role key technology fields will play in the future of their organisations.

Ex-Tory leader calls for government to adopt net zero target

Ex-Conservative leader Michael Howard has led calls for the government to implement the Committee on Climate Change’s recommendation that a target of net zero emissions by 2050 should be adopted.

Cadent ramps up use of robots for London gas network

Cadent will roll out its “gas-bots” in several London boroughs including Camden, Hackney and Kensington and Chelsea over the next few weeks.

Industry reacts to CCC net zero report

UKPN to remove power lines along Norfolk coast path

UK Power Networks (UKPN) is working alongside the Norfolk Coast Partnership to remove overhead power

Epex cooperates with Ofgem over ‘distorted competition’

Ofgem has launched a public consultation following an investigation into power exchange company Epex Spot under the Competition Act.

Making water an industry to be proud of

There has been much attention on the water sector. From the practices in the boardrooms, the services customers experience, and tackling ire-inducing issues like leaks, there has been scrutiny abound, says Ofwat's chief executive, Rachel Fletcher.

Water sector confronts ‘profound challenges’ with new vision

Net zero question is not ‘if’, the question is ‘how’

‘Ramp up’ policies to achieve net zero emissions, says CCC

Eversmart launches ‘cheapest’ fixed energy deal

The "She's Electric" tariff has an average cost of £888 per year for Eversmart's 100 per cent renewable electricity.

Ofgem to review smart metering costs in price cap

Energy regulator Ofgem has launched a consultation as part of its review into the costs of the smart meter rollout within its default tariff cap.

Energy retail market too easy to take ‘cheap gamble’

Ofgem's consumer director has called for "bold innovation" to ensure the transition to a smarter, greener energy market.

Npower ‘casts major shadow’ over Innogy’s performance

The continued difficult market conditions for Innogy’s UK retail business, Npower, are a reality the company does not want to “ignore”, according to its chief executive.

Octopus partners with Lime to promote greener London

Octopus Energy for Business has partnered with Lime to supply the bike rental company’s warehouses