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The UK’s first nuclear SMR just got a step closer

Great British Energy – Nuclear has formally signed a contract with Rolls-Royce SMR for what is will be the UK’s first small modular reactor project.

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UK Power Networks, Go-Ahead Group gear up for onslaught of electric buses

Go-Ahead Group is planning to transition its fleet of 5,000 buses to zero-emissions technology, with UK Power Networks offering assistance.

UK sees record power prices in Q3 2021 amidst energy crisis

The UK saw record-breaking power prices in Q3, with margins of generation versus demand squeezed ever tighter due to very low wind output.

UK Power Networks launches open data portal in quest for decarbonisation

UK Power Networks has launched a new online data portal that delivers greater visibility of the DNO’s assets.

UK Government outlines plan to deliver cleaner, smarter electricity grid

The UK Government has released its plan for net zero, with the decarbonisation of the grid top of the agenda.

National Grid to unlock additional 500MW amidst SmartValve expansion

National Grid Electricity Transmission has confirmed that it will be expanding its use of SmartValve tech unlocking an additional 500MW.

National Grid delays IFA1’s return to full service until October 2023

National Grid has confirmed that the IFA1 interconnector, which was damaged by a fire, won’t return to full service until October 2023.

UK Power Networks completes installation of first new transformer for Purfleet

UK Power Networks has completed the installation of the first of two new transformers that will upgrade the power infrastructure in Purfleet.

UK Government expected to commit to new nuclear power plant, alongside mini reactors

The UK Government is expected to announce plans to fund a new large-scale nuclear power plant, alongside a fleet of mini reactors.

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