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How better weather forecasts will allow capacity increases on electricity transmission network

The Met Office is to begin providing highly detailed weather forecasts to NGET to expand the power flowing through the transmission network.

Drax facing prosecution for risking employees’ health at Yorkshire power station

Drax, whose Yorkshire power station burns woody biomass, is facing prosecution from the Government’s Health and Safety Executive.

Fire at IFA1 interconnector in Kent to spark further price rises

Following record high power prices earlier this week, a fire at the IFA1 interconnector in Kent could cause power prices to rise further. 

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. 

Is the drive to Net Zero elevating cyber threats?

Could the drive to net zero and the implementation of new smart technologies be bringing additional cyber risks to the table?

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.

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. 

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?

Government exploring ban on China’s involvement in UK nuclear power

The UK Government could be about to axe China’s involvement from UK nuclear power projects, with CGN barred from all projects.

Mersen debuts innovative heat sinks for power modules

Mersen has debuted new IsoMAXX cold plates, which promise a high cooling capacity with minimal pressure drop.

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