UK Government lifts ‘de facto’ onshore wind farm ban

The UK Government has removed restrictions on onshore wind farms, a move announced by the new Chancellor, Rachel Reeves.

How grid sensors can assist DSOs with distributed renewables

Borzoo Mardani recently explored the pivotal role of grid sensors in modernising energy distribution networks at Powered On Live 2024.

UK sees significant expansion in public EV charging points

Recent data released by Zapmap indicates that the UK now boasts over 64,000 EV charging points as of June 2024. 

Electricity North West to host inaugural women’s careers day

Electricity North West is launching its first ever women's careers day next month, aiming to address the gender imbalance within the sector. 

How new technologies are enabling us to balance the grid

Ben Godfrey, Director of Distribution System Operator at National Grid, recently kicked off Powered On Live 2024 with a keynote on day one. 

ABB’s emissions targets get the seal of approval from the SBTi

ABB has received endorsement from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets.

UK Power Networks honours veteran electrical engineers

UK Power Networks has celebrated a cohort of electricity workers, who between them have a combined 1,480 years of service.

Teesworks set to host new £62m battery storage project

Plans are underway to construct a £62 million battery storage facility at Teesside's Teesworks site, which is the UK’s largest and first freeport. 

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