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Immediate energy efficiency improvements needed to meet net zero

Cornwall Insight’s CEO Gareth Miller argues that energy efficiency improvements need to be made now to meet our net zero target.

myenergi co-founder Jordan Brompton calls to #BreakTheBias on International Women’s Day

Jordan Brompton shows her support for International Women’s Day and explains what it really means to #BreakTheBias.

How to set security standards for IoT devices

Joe Lomako details the threat IoT devices have to the security of an organisation, and how to build up a defence.

Why electrical distribution needs stronger partnerships

To solve a global challenge like climate change, companies are going to have to learn to work together, as Stewart Gregory explains.

Why the electrification of heat and transport offers the perfect opportunity to upskill

Griff Thomas, Managing Director of GTEC, explains how electricians can upskill for the electrification of the heating and transport sectors.

What role does cable management play in infection control?

Barry Roberts explains how the specification of antimicrobial cable trunking systems can help to minimise the spread of germs and bacteria.

Storm Eunice/Franklin: Could EVs prevent future power cuts?

The UK has been battered by storms leaving thousands of homes without power, but could our transition to EVs help prevent this in the future?

How changes to BS 9251:2021 could save lives

Kate Aldridge explains how recent changes to BS 9251:2021, which make secondary power supplies mandatory, could quite literally save lives. 

How EV growth will result in a more environmentally-friendly electricity grid

David Hall explains how the rapid growth in electric vehicles will help make the electrical grid more environmentally friendly. 

Best practices for working safely with medium voltage switchgear

When you work on medium voltage switchgear, your first and overriding priority will always be to maximise safety. Megger offers its advice.

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