The decision by the new Labour Government to lift the ban on the development of onshore wind farms has been welcomed by a planning expert. The post Planning expert welcomes Labour’s lift of onshore wind farm ban appeared first on Electrical Review ..read more

At Powered On Live 2024, Bill Clee delivered the day two keynote by delving into the transformative impact of smart technologies on our buildings.  The post How is technology transforming our buildings? appeared first on Electrical Review ..read more

Wiring errors commonly cause protection system failures in power supply systems. Testing the wiring during commissioning and after maintenance work is essential for preventing the danger that wiring errors can cause. This is a time-consuming process, as transformer wiring, trip signals, interlocks, remote control technology, and much more soon add up to hundreds of connections within installations.  CPOL2 already provides a tried-and-tested, flexible procedure for testing transformer wiring, which – in contrast to the frequently used ‘battery method’ – does not magnetise current transform ..read more

RES has submitted a planning application for a new 49.9 MW energy storage system near Dunphail, Moray in Scotland.  The proposed site, named Corshellach, is located next to the Berryburn substation and existing transmission lines, which the developer says should help minimise the environmental and visual impact of the site.  Further enhancing its environmental credentials, RES says that the Corshellach Energy Storage System is intended to integrate seamlessly into the surrounding area, avoiding significant environmental designations. To back up its claims, it has submitted comprehens ..read more

GCube Insurance has established a new consortium backed by six Lloyd’s syndicates, offering up to $100 million in insurance capacity for individual battery energy storage system projects globally.  This initiative aims to enhance support for the growing energy storage market as these systems increasingly become a critical component of the worldwide energy infrastructure. With utility-scale energy storage projects now achieving capacities of over 100 MW and operational durations of up to four hours, the financial stakes and associated risks have escalated. In response, the consortium will ..read more

Schneider Electric has announced the expansion of Kelly Becker’s responsibilities as President of the UK and Ireland to now also cover Belgium and the Netherlands. Kelly Becker will collaborate with David Orgaz D’Hollander, Cluster President of Belgium and Netherlands, to drive faster growth and capitalise on the business opportunities in these countries. This strategic move is part of a broader approach by Schneider Electric, mirroring successful management structures in Eastern Europe that have previously accelerated regional growth. “Our Belgium and Netherlands business has seen significant ..read more

There was a record surge in solar generation and a notable decrease in gas-fired power production during the second quarter of 2024, according to the most recent report from Montel Analytics. During this period, gas-fired power generation plummeted to its lowest in two decades at 13.4 TWh, a reduction of over a third, coinciding with fluctuating gas prices which saw a peak at £30.06/MWh in early June. This stark decline in gas usage contrasted with the general trend of rising energy costs and supply challenges. Meanwhile, solar energy set a new record, generating 5.1 TWh, contributing to renew ..read more

TotalEnergies and SSE have established a joint venture named ‘Source’ aimed at expanding EV charging infrastructure across the UK and Ireland.  The new joint venture plans to set up as many as 3000 high power charging points within the next five years, responding to growing demand from EV owners and fleet operators for fast and dependable charging solutions. Source’s strategy involves creating around 300 EV hubs, each equipped with high power charge points of 150 kW or higher. These hubs will be strategically placed in and around urban areas and will utilise renewable energy supplied by S ..read more

The latest findings from a UK report indicate a significant increase in the use of public EV chargers by businesses.  According to data gathered by Allstar, public EV charger usage surged by 264% in the year leading up to March 2024, while home charging usage by businesses also rose by 113%. The data, derived from Allstar’s AllCosts report, which analyses millions of transactions on the Allstar fuel card network, provides insights into the real-life costs associated with electric, petrol, and diesel vehicles. This information is crucial as businesses transition to alternative fuel sources ..read more

The Welsh Government has officially launched Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru, the new publicly-owned renewable energy developer, dedicated to bolstering onshore wind energy projects across Wales. Situated in Merthyr Tydfil, Trydan Gwyrdd Cymru is set to work in close cooperation with Natural Resources Wales to develop wind farms on Welsh public woodland estates. This initiative is set to begin with immediate community engagement near the proposed sites. Speaking at the launch in Bryncynon, Jeremy Miles, Economy Secretary for Wales, outlined the Welsh Government’s commitment to a sustainable energy future ..read more