Jordan O'Brien

Editor of Electrical Review

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Lucy Electric debuts EcoTec, the UK’s first non-SF6 ring main unit

Lucy Electric has unveiled EcoTec, the first ring main unit (RMU) of its kind in the UK, designed for medium voltage networks without the use of SF6.

Greenpower Park campus aims to advance UK’s electrification plans

Greenpower Park, a new initiative aimed at positioning the UK as a leader in the field of electrification and clean energy, has been announced.

Renewables generated more electricity than gas in winter 2023/2024

The UK generated more of its electricity from renewable sources than it did from gas in the winter period of 2023/2024.

Volvo leverages second-life batteries to bolster EV charging hubs

Two UK Volvo Truck & Bus dealerships have installed second-life battery energy storage systems to help bolster their EV charging infrastructure.

Kent council rejects proposals for 18MW solar farm

A Kent council has rejected a proposed project that could have helped secure the UK’s energy security with cheaper and cleaner electricity.

National Grid ESO outlines £58 billion overhaul to UK electrical grid

National Grid ESO has released a report outlining a proposed £58 billion investment aimed at modernising the UK's electricity grid.

Renewables target announced at COP28 requires ‘urgent global course correction’

Despite record growth in renewable energy in 2023, the pace is still insufficient to triple renewable power capacity by 2030.

UK Government needs to do more to encourage heat pump adoption, says NAO

The National Audit Office has warned that heat pump sales are below expected levels, which could risk the UK’s decarbonisation efforts. 

49MW Jamesfield battery storage facility activated in Scotland

The Jamesfield battery energy storage system (BESS), a collaboration between TagEnergy and Harmony Energy, has started operations. 

UK Power Networks bolsters electrical infrastructure in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire

Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire are set to see improvements to their electricity infrastructure thanks to a £35 million investment from UKPN. 

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