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Low-voltage grids to face sharper peaks as electrification gathers pace

Low-voltage electricity networks will need far better visibility and planning if they are to cope with the next phase of electrification, says a new report.

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A new report from Public First, commissioned by Drax Group, has uncovered a looming energy security challenge for the UK by 2028. 

Delays in new electricity generation could threaten the UK’s energy security

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A new report from Public First, commissioned by Drax Group, has uncovered a looming energy security challenge for the UK by 2028.
A trial led by UK Power Networks has tested an automated planning tool, 1Streetworks software, to streamline the process for planning small power connections.

Could this automated planning tool speed up electrical connections?

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A trial led by UK Power Networks has tested an automated planning tool to streamline the process for planning small power connections
Powerdown220 has recently concluded the UK's largest voltage optimisation project for Mitchells & Butlers.

The UK’s largest voltage optimisation project has completed

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Powerdown220 has recently concluded the UK's largest voltage optimisation project for Mitchells & Butlers.
Rolls-Royce's vision of what an SMR could look like

Committee shines doubt on the bold promise of small modular reactors

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The UK's Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has issued a warning regarding the Government's approach to small modular reactors (SMRs).
Octopus Energy is reportedly exploring the possibility of constructing its own electricity pylons

Octopus Energy considers building transmission network, challenging National Grid

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Octopus Energy is reportedly exploring the possibility of constructing its own electricity pylons, signaling a potential challenge to National Grid.
The Canada Water Masterplan, a redevelopment project in London, has reached a significant milestone with the recent delivery of new transformers.

Canada Water Masterplan gets a step closer with the delivery of new transformers

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The Canada Water Masterplan, a redevelopment project in London, has reached a significant milestone with the recent delivery of new transformers.
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) has announced the appointment of Regina Finn as the chair of its new Distribution System Operator (DSO) Panel.

Regina Finn appointed Chair of National Grid’s independent DSO Panel

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National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) has appointed Regina Finn as the chair of its new Distribution System Operator Panel.
Nuclear Power Plant Under Construction

Hinkley Point C facing further three year delay, cost overruns

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The Hinkley Point C nuclear power station may not be completed until 2031, while costs are also expected to increase.

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