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UK’s power grid failing to keep pace with development, risking growth

Britain’s electricity infrastructure is failing to keep pace with development, according to a new study from Savills Earth. 

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UK Government vows to make building nuclear easier, as it rips up planning rules

The UK Government has announced plans to scrap archaic regulations governing nuclear power in England and Wales.

How to avoid electrical hazards with reliable neutral earthing

Mike Torbitt, Managing Director of Cressall, explains the importance of reliable neutral earthing and how to achieve it.

UK projected to miss revised 2030 clean power targets by 32 GW

The UK Government is forecast to miss its recently revised clean power targets for offshore wind, onshore wind, and solar PV by a combined 32GW.

Government announces new rules to accelerate infrastructure projects

The Government has announced plans to streamline the construction of major infrastructure across Britain, including nuclear plants and wind farms. 

UK Power Networks installs world’s first ‘smart’ substation

The UK’s first ‘smart’ electricity substation has been installed in Kent, forming part of a plan to dynamically manage power flow and unlock capacity.

Gas-fired power generation hits 20-year low amid renewables surge

Gas-fired power output in Great Britain has fallen to its lowest level in two decades, according to a new report from Montel Analytics. 

How to meet growing electricity demand and carbon targets

Clint Noble from Finning UK & Ireland examines how the industry can adapt to meet growing demand for electricity while reducing carbon emissions.

Power contraints threaten UK data centre growth

A new survey of over 3,000 data centre professionals from across Europe has highlighted growing concerns around the UK’s ability to meet the rising power demands of data centres. 

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