Diamond Transmission Partners has been named by Ofgem as the preferred bidder to own and operate the £1.2 billion high voltage transmission link between Ørsted’s Hornsea 2 offshore wind farm and the onshore network. Diamond Transmission Partners is a consortium…
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Equinox to double capacity at Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon, use integrated network connection
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Equinor has applied to the Planning Inspectorate for permission to double the capacity of the Sheringham Shoal and Dudgeon offshore wind farms, both situated off the North Norfolk coast. The application provides for an integrated transmission system, as well as…
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Conservative Environment Network calls for more finding for insulation and heat pumps
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The Conservative Environment Network (CEN) has proposed three energy efficiency measures to lower bills permanently and conserve gas, backed by CEN MPs Philip Dunne and Derek Thomas. CEN MPs Selaine Saxby, Peter Aldous and Alexander Stafford called for the UK’s…
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SP Energy Networks launches support room to detect faults before they happen
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SP Energy Networks can now spot potential faults on its electricity distribution network before they happen, with the help of advanced monitoring technology and an innovative ‘support room’. The so-called LV (low voltage) Support Room has been set up at…
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Centrica granted consents to reopen Rough storage
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The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has granted the final consents to Centrica Offshore UK that will allow the company to recommence gas storage operations at its Rough facility in the Southern North Sea. The facility was closed in 2017…
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Essex solar farm to be built on landfill site
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A 58.8MW solar farm on a repurposed landfill site could be in operation by autumn 2023. NTR acquired the Ockenden, Essex, site from REG Power Management. The former landfill site is being left undisturbed, with specialist engineering and design techniques…
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Ørsted acquires first solar PV project in Ireland
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Ørsted has acquired its first solar PV project in Ireland from renewable energy developer Terra Solar. The 65 MW Ballinrea solar PV solar project will be located in Cork, the second-largest city in Ireland. It is expected to generate power…
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Act by 15 September: Ebico offers development support funds targeting low carbon options for low-income households
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Ebico is seeking applications by 15 September for development support of £5-10k for innovative start-ups developing low carbon home heating and energy efficiency solutions for lower income households. The support will be awarded to help with product viability; commercial potential…
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SPEN wants applicants for £5M fund to help Scottish communities set up low-carbon heat and transport projects
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SP Energy Networks has announced £5 million funding to provide guidance and support to charities and community organisations to improve and decarbonise heating systems, electrify transport, increase energy efficiency, and upskill communities. Working with Energy Saving Trust, the fund will…