18 May, 2023 – National Highways plans to install 2,500 EV chargers on England’s motorways by 2030, aligning with the projected growth of 11 million EVs and hybrids on the roads, marking a crucial commitment.
17 May, 2023 – Energy UK’s study reveals that maintaining cooperation with the EU could lead to a £1.1 billion cost saving, lowering energy prices, enhancing energy security, and reducing consumer bills in the UK.
17 May, 2023 – Ofgem has released an open letter outlining its plans for a more adaptable and affordable connections regime to support renewable energy projects and electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the UK.
17 May 2023 – The UK government’s energy bill aims to increase competition, promote energy efficiency, and deliver cost savings for businesses, fostering sustainability and reducing operational expenses.
16 May, 2023 – RenewableNI calls for “radical reform” of the Planning Appeals Commission (PAC) due to its 75% capacity, causing delays that undermine Northern Ireland’s 80% renewable electricity goal by 2030.
16 May, 2023 – Ofgem announces a comprehensive reform of the grid connection system to address delays, with the current first-come, first-served approach posing challenges for achieving net-zero targets.
16 May, 2023 – The UK’s milestone of surpassing one trillion kWh of renewable electricity generation showcases its progress in decarbonization and transition to a sustainable energy mix.
12 May, 2023 – SSE Renewables have converted Yorkshire’s former coal-fired power station into a 150MW battery storage system. The former fossil fuel facility has neem turned into a 300MWh green hub as part of SSE’s £25 billion investment to implement net zero by 2030.
12 May, 2023 – The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero’s Green Heat Network Fund has awarded £91 million in support of low-carbon heating projects. 7 projects will receive funding to boost UK energy security through projects that encourage decarbonisation and improve the green economy.
11 May, 2023 – Over 7,000 EV charge points have been installed by Ubitricty across the UK. The firm is looking to deploy a network of rapid EV charges for councils and local authorities, making EV charging points more publicly accessible and creating an effective way to support the low-carbon transition in residential areas.
