Iberdrola hits new record with over 124,000 GWh of distributed electricity
Iberdrola reports a 4.8% rise in distributed energy, driven by UK expansion and offshore wind growth Iberdrola has set a new record in distributed electricity, reaching 124,201 GWh in the first half of 2025—an increase of 4.8% compared to the same period last year. This growth was fueled by demand increases in Spain and the […]
Silent energy storage wins over Stockport neighbours
Envision’s energy storage system operated quieter than local background noise, helping win over residents An energy storage station in Stockport, UK, is winning praise for what it doesn’t do—make noise. Just 100 meters from residential homes, Envision Energy’s large-scale energy storage system has demonstrated near-silent operation, meeting the growing demand for low-impact renewable energy infrastructure close […]
Bugged flights are burning more fuel
Insects splatter on planes cause drag and can increase fuel use by 4% Turns out the skies aren’t just crowded with planes – they’re crawling with bugs. And those tiny winged hitchhikers are quietly burning holes in airline fuel budgets. New research has revealed that insect splatter on aircraft wings can increase fuel consumption by 1.1% […]
Europe’s clean power paradox: record solar sends prices below zero
Negative pricing is set to continue this year due to record solar yields Europe is drowning in cheap solar power by day but still scrambling for expensive fossil fuels by night — exposing a growing paradox at the heart of its energy transition. A new report from Montel Analytics reveals a record surge in negative […]
SMR deal with Czechia could drive British nuclear
Agreement signed by Keir Starmer unlocks rollout of reactors and creates British supply chain Britain’s new golden age of nuclear has roared to life with a landmark agreement between the UK and Czechia to accelerate the rollout of small modular reactors (SMRs). Signed yesterday at Downing Street, by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Czech PM […]
Stop messing with policy! Says energy supply chain
EIC report says incoherent government policy is knocking business confidence The UK’s energy supply chain is growing fast but industry leaders say policy chaos is threatening to derail progress. In its latest Survive & Thrive report, the Energy Industries Council (EIC) reveals that 78% of UK energy firms grew last year with revenues rising 16% on average. […]
NESO warns energy demand to triple
Pace of clean energy rollout must be increased if UK is to meet net zero affordably Britain must speed up its clean energy rollout and help households switch to low-carbon tech if it wants to hit net zero by 2050 in a way that’s affordable and secure. So says the National Energy System Operator (NESO) […]
Miliband launches energy reset
Zonal pricing dead, new strategic overhaul of energy sector begins The government has launched a major reset of Britain’s electricity market, setting out plans to create a fairer, faster and more secure energy system – and ditching controversial proposals to charge different prices depending on where people live. The reforms, unveiled by Energy Secretary Ed […]
Volatility is the new normal say market experts
Gas still leads the markets our ELCC panel say but things will change Forget calm seas – the energy market is still riding waves of volatility, driven by geopolitics, extreme weather and a dash of policy uncertainty. That was the takeaway from a great ELCC panel featuring Louise Ward of npower Business Solutions, Tejal Shah […]
Electric foiling crew vessel charts net zero future for offshore wind
Electric foiling vessel proves clean, quiet crew transfer offshore A new chapter in offshore wind operations began this week as Artemis Technologies successfully completed a live sea demonstration of its 100% electric foiling crew transfer vessel (CTV) at Vattenfall’s Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm. The Artemis EF-12 CTV, developed in collaboration with Tidal Transit, Lloyd’s Register […]
