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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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Day-ahead power prices hit record high, following highs in balancing market

Great Britain continues to see high day-ahead power prices, with no signs of a slowdown as prices hit a record high. 

UK Power Networks employs a cable plough to restore Dunstable Downs skyline

UK Power Networks has employed a state-of-the-art cable plough to help it complete its Dunstable Downs project as quickly as possible. 

UK forced to rely on coal power due to reduction in wind generation

The UK has been forced to rely on coal power to keep the lights on, as there has been a reduction in electricity generated by wind farms.

Britain is importing more power from overseas than ever before

Britain is becoming increasingly reliant on power from overseas, as it saw a record day for electricity imports on August 20. 

Guildford set to receive £7.3 million upgrade to its power supply

As part of UK Power Networks’ upgrade programme, Guildford is receiving a £7.3 million upgrade to its local power supply. 

ABB debuts DecaDLynx II voltage regulator with industry-leading power density

ABB has debuted the new ABB DecaDLynx II voltage regulator, which claims to be an industry leader in power density. 

Sizewell opposition loses the Tories a typically safe seat

The Tories lost a relatively safe seat on East Suffolk Council to a Green Party candidate, who opposes expansion at Sizewell.

How will the North Sea Link interconnector impact the UK energy market?

The North Sea Link interconnector with Norway saw its first official use in June 2021, how will it impact the UK energy market?

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