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• EU approves Italy’s €5.4bn support for renewable energy scheme

  17-06-2019 18:02 via energylivenews.com
  The European Commission has given the go-ahead for Italy to provide €5.4 billion (£4.82bn) of public support for a renewable energy scheme.
  The Italian Government intends to introduce a new aid initiative that supports electricity production from sources such as solar and onshore wind.
  Renewable installations benefitting from the scheme will receive support in the form of a premium on top of the market price. This premium cannot be higher than the difference between the average produc
  
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• ESO unveils queue reform for faster grid connections

  17-04-2024 01:01 via energylivenews.com
  
  The UK’s electricity system operator (ESO) has announced initial proposals aimed at expediting project timelines and improving the efficiency of the country’s energy infrastructure.
  This builds upon the existing First Ready, First Connected approach, extending it retroactively to projects in the queue.
  The goal is to accelerate connections for viable projects by adjusting entry requirements, removing stalled projects and optimising network capacity allocation.
  Projects in the queue w
  
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• Seven countries now generate 100% of their electricity from renewable energy

  16-04-2024 16:53 via independent.co.uk
  
  Scientists say we have reached an ‘irreversible tipping point’ that will see fossil fuels phased out
  
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• Octopus and Caffè Nero brew up rewards

  16-04-2024 11:25 via energylivenews.com
  
  Caffè Nero and Octopus Energy have teamed up to offer weekly rewards through the ‘Octoplus’ scheme.
  Customers can now enjoy a free drink at any Caffè Nero store in the UK, alongside other perks like discounted cinema tickets and National Trust passes.
  To participate in ‘Octoplus’, customers must receive electricity from Octopus Energy, possess an operational electric smart meter, and pay via direct debit.
  Eligible customers can sign up through their online a
  
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• ‘UK’s first’ electric workboat to use advanced battery systems

  16-04-2024 11:10 via energylivenews.com
  
  Coastal Workboats has collaborated with EST-Floattech, supplying battery systems for their Electric-Landing Utility Vessel (E-LUV) and Shore-based Power Supply System (SPSS).
  Supported by a £6 million grant from the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition, this partnership signifies a move towards cleaner maritime operations, with the E-LUV set to be the UK’s first commercial electric workboat.
  The vessel will showcase EST-Floattech’s Octopus High Energy battery system, demons
  
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• National Gas appoints first Chief Operating Officer

  16-04-2024 10:53 via energylivenews.com
  
  National Gas has announced the appointment of Matt Steele as its inaugural Chief Operating Officer.
  Mr Steele brings a wealth of experience in the energy, rail and infrastructure sectors, having led large businesses and complex programmes throughout his career.
  In his new role, Matt Steele will spearhead the strategy, performance and development of National Gas across multiple areas including asset, construction, operations, procurement and metering.
  With a background in mechanical engineering f
  
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• EDF launches ‘UK’s first’ heat pump tariff

  16-04-2024 10:31 via energylivenews.com
  
  EDF has unveiled what is described as Britain‘s inaugural heat pump tariff, offering consumers guaranteed savings compared to the standard variable tariff.
  The energy supplier said users of heat pumps can expect to save a minimum of £164, with the potential for greater savings by adjusting consumption to off-peak windows.
  The Heat Pump Tracker tariff, developed in collaboration with CB Heating experts, offers discounted electricity for six hours daily, featuring off-peak windows from
  
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• EDF launches first heat pump tariff below price cap

  16-04-2024 10:31 via energylivenews.com
  
  EDF has introduced the ‘UK’s first’ heat pump tariff, promising to undercut the price cap.
  The heat pump tariff offers consumers guaranteed savings compared to the standard variable tariff.
  The energy supplier said users of heat pumps can expect to save a minimum of £164, with the potential for greater savings by adjusting consumption to off-peak windows.
  The Heat Pump Tracker tariff, developed in collaboration with CB Heating experts, offers discounted electricity for si
  
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• UK proposes new measures for cheaper energy deals

  16-04-2024 10:15 via energylivenews.com
  
  The government has announced proposed measures aimed at providing consumers with greater access to cost-effective energy deals while bolstering cybersecurity and grid stability.
  The measures, part of a wider plan to modernise the energy system, aim to create a smarter, more flexible electricity network.
  Key highlights include minimum standards for cyber security and grid stability, as well as product standards for energy smart appliances.
  The proposed standards for smart energy service providers
  
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• ‘We need radical change to ensure a safe future for our children’

  16-04-2024 10:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  We’re not trying to be popular, we’re trying to bring about change.
  This is what Grahame Buss, Spokesperson for Just Stop Oil, told us at the International Energy Week.
  ‘Our government is failing to inform the public of how serious the climate change is, which means that our children’s futures will be in jeopardy.
  ‘So we are taking on the role that the government should be taking on, which is informing the public of the seriousness of the issues we face.’
  Grah
  
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• Global wind industry achieves record growth

  16-04-2024 10:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  The global wind industry soared to new heights in 2023, installing a record 117GW of new capacity, marking a 50% increase from the previous year.
  This surge in installations was noted across 54 countries spanning all continents.
  The Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC) has revised its growth forecast for the period between 2024 and 2030 upwards by 10%, now projecting a total capacity of 1210GW.
  This upward adjustment is attributed to the implementation of national industrial policies in major econo
  
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• Greenwich adopts hybrid solar street lights

  16-04-2024 09:08 via energylivenews.com
  
  The Royal Borough of Greenwich has introduced hybrid solar street lights.
  These lights, installed for the first time in December 2023, require no additional infrastructure and offer a cost effective and environmentally friendly solution for street lighting.
  A representative from the Royal Borough of Greenwich stated: “The decision to adopt hybrid solar street lights aligns with our overarching goal of promoting sustainability and resilience within our community.
  “This innovative solu
  
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• GridBeyond closes €52M Series C funding round to continue its platform evolution and invest in new & existing markets

  16-04-2024 09:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  GridBeyond, the leading intelligent energy and smart grid platform provider for distributed energy resource management, has closed its €52M Series C financing round. The round was led by Alantra’s Energy Transition Fund, Klima.
  The Series C round also included new investors Energy Impact Partners, Mirova, ABB, Constellation and Yokogawa Electric Corporation as well as investment from existing investor, Act Venture Capital.
  Since its foundation in 2010, GridBeyond has been developing i
  
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• Tesla to cut 10% of global workforce

  16-04-2024 08:48 via energylivenews.com
  
  Tesla Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk has informed employees of the company’s decision to reduce its workforce by 10%, amounting to approximately 14,000 jobs worldwide.
  Musk emphasised the need for the action in a memo to all employees, highlighting its importance in improving Tesla’s operations and setting the stage for future expansion.
  The announcement coincided with a decline in Tesla’s shares on Monday morning.
  The company, slated to report its quarterly earnings on Apri
  
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• ScottishPower fined £1.5m for overcharging customers

  16-04-2024 08:26 via energylivenews.com
  
  ScottishPower Energy Retail has reached an agreement with Ofgem to compensate customers after admitting to overcharging during the energy crisis.
  The company will pay £1.5 million, with £250,000 in direct refunds and another £250,000 in goodwill payments to affected customers.
  Additionally, ScottishPower will contribute £1 million to Ofgem’s Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Fund, supporting charities and community projects aiding vulnerable customers.
  Dan Norton, O
  
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• ‘Unprecedented’ energy record shows future of clean power, expert says

  15-04-2024 18:45 via independent.co.uk
  
  ‘This is unprecedented in California’s history,’ says Stanford professor
  
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• Boris Johnson to headline Masdar’s green hydrogen summit

  15-04-2024 11:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Masdar has revealed the lineup for its Green Hydrogen Summit in Abu Dhabi, featuring former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and global adventurer Dr Bertrand Piccard as headliners.
  The summit, set for 16th April at the World Future Energy Summit, will focus on advancing the green hydrogen economy.
  The summit aims to bring together policymakers, industry leaders, investors and entrepreneurs to explore opportunities in the green hydrogen sector and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy
  
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• Hinkley connection completes T-pylon wiring

  15-04-2024 10:45 via energylivenews.com
  
  National Grid has achieved a milestone in its Hinkley Connection Project, with all 116 T-pylons now fully wired up with overhead conductors.
  This marks a step forward in delivering low carbon power to six million UK homes.
  The project spans 57 kilometres between the Shurton substation at Hinkley Point C and the Seabank substation in Avonmouth, including both overhead lines and underground cables totalling 460 kilometres.
  Stringing of conductors was completed near Yatton, with each T-pylon suppor
  
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• Renewable energy giant launches from London headquarters

  15-04-2024 10:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Japan’s largest power company, JERA, has announced the establishment of JERA Nex in London.
  The new entity aims to concentrate on renewable energy projects and expedite global clean energy initiatives.
  JERA intends to develop 20GW of renewable capacity by 2035.
  Nathalie Oosterlinck, Chief Executive Officer of JERA Nex said: “Our teams have already delivered pioneering offshore wind farms, from the Taiwan Strait to the Belgian North Sea, as well as leading several onshore project
  
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• Bath sports centre goes green with solar panel boost

  15-04-2024 08:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Bath Sports and Leisure Centre is poised to undergo a green transformation as Bath and North East Somerset Council has secured funding for the installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) panels.
  The council has been awarded £173,166 from Phase II of the government’s Swimming Pool Support Fund (SPSF), aiming to enhance energy efficiency in public facilities with pools.
  Pending confirmation from a roof survey, the centre is set to host up to a 212-kilowatt peak (kWp) solar PV array
  
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• Tenants’ energy bills match extra month’s rent

  15-04-2024 07:54 via energylivenews.com
  
  Tenants are facing a financial crunch as annual energy bills soar to match an extra month’s rent, according to findings by lettings agents Hamptons.
  Gas and electricity bills have hit their highest level in seven years, averaging £1,331 annually, only £1 less than the average monthly rent in the UK.
  While a recent drop in the energy price cap offers some relief, tenants are still grappling with significantly higher costs compared to a decade ago, with rents up by 54% and energy
  
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• Heat pumps, EVs make homes ‘energy patriotic’

  15-04-2024 07:38 via energylivenews.com
  
  Switching to electric heat pumps and vehicles could dramatically decrease Britain’s dependence on imported fuels, potentially saving billions, experts suggest.
  The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) conducted an analysis revealing that households utilising insulation, heat pumps and electric vehicles significantly reduce their reliance on imported fuels, particularly gas and oil.
  According to ECIU’s analysis, households with insulation, heat pumps, and electric cars reduce e
  
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• Record demand for batteries in first quarter

  15-04-2024 06:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Global battery demand reached a new peak in the first quarter of 2024, totalling 230GWh across all sectors.
  Electric vehicle batteries represented 72% of this demand, with 3.1 million units sold, while the stationary storage market also experienced significant growth of nearly 40% year-on-year, according to a report by Rho Motion.
  Despite a seasonal decline compared to the previous quarter, the outlook for 2024 remains favourable, with plans for substantial grid-scale projects and the rising ado
  
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• School’s solar panels to slash electricity bills by 20%

  15-04-2024 05:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Hammersmith Academy is adopting solar panels to meet a significant portion of its energy requirements.
  The 400 solar panel scheme is forecasted to slash the school’s electricity bills by 20% in its first year, eventually covering its costs within three years.
  Gary Kynaston, Hammersmith Academy Headteacher, said: “The future lies with sustainable energy.
  “We have seen an immediate impact and expect the energy generated to rise significantly over spring and the coming summer. Of
  
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• Thames Water ‘faces deadline to present survival plan’

  15-04-2024 03:00 via energylivenews.com
  
  Thames Water is facing a critical six-week window to negotiate a viable survival plan with Ofwat, as reported by the Guardian.
  The UK’s largest water supplier is tasked with formulating a new turnaround strategy and business plan ahead of the water regulator’s final board meeting on 23rd May.
  This meeting will determine the permissible consumer charges for water companies.
  Thames Water, which serves 16 million customers across London and the Thames Valley, finds itself in a state of
  
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• Balancing costs set to reduce nearly by £100m

  15-04-2024 01:01 via energylivenews.com
  
  Forecasts suggest that the total balancing costs, which amounted to £1,413 million in 2023 are likely to decrease to approximately £1,319 million this year.
  That’s according to the latest report by National Grid ESO, which suggests the balancing costs for summer 2024 are expected to decrease compared to those incurred in summer 2023, despite an anticipated increase in the volume of balancing actions.
  This increase in actions is likely to be offset by falling wholesale prices, w
  
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• Labor’s interventionist industry policy aims big. But how can Australia compete with the US and China?

  13-04-2024 22:00 via theguardian.com
  
  The Albanese government has shed little light on how billions of dollars will be divvied up. The treasurer’s ‘favourite economist’ might provide some cluesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastEdison Zhou, the head of local sales for solar giant Trina, was slightly taken aback when asked at a recent briefing in Sydney whether his firm might shift any of its panel manufacturing to Australia.After all, wasn’t Australia among the Chinese co
  
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• Stuart resigns as UK Energy Minister

  13-04-2024 11:14 via renews.biz
  Stuart resigns as UK Energy Minister
  
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• UK Energy minister resigns

  12-04-2024 18:50 via energylivenews.com
  
  Energy minister Graham Stuart has resigned from his position.
  Mr Stuart, who served as the Energy minister, expressed his intention to shift his focus to local issues.
  The MP for Beverley and Holderness conveyed his pride in his eight years of government service and pledged his continued support for the Prime Minister from the back benches.
  Graham Stuart said: “It’s been an enormous joy and privilege to serve as a minister over most of the last eight years.
  “I’m proud of
  
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• SSE’s first battery goes online

  12-04-2024 15:55 via renews.biz
  SSE’s first battery goes online
  
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