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Tata Steel commits to transition to electric arc furnace production
Tata Steel UK has announced its decision to proceed with a major transformation of its Port Talbot plant in south Wales, transitioning to electric arc furnace production. This decision follows extensive discussions with trade unions and formal consultations spanning seven months. The transition involves a £1.25 billion investment. As part of this transformation, Tata Steel […]
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Boiler Upgrade Scheme sees 46% increase in March
The latest data released on the Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) indicates a notable surge in applications, especially for grants toward Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) installations. By the end of March 2024, a total of 37,879 voucher applications were received, predominantly for ASHP installations, which accounted for 96% of the total applications. While there was […]
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New EV super hub opens near Southampton
Roadchef has unveiled a high-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging “super hub” at Rownhams Services Eastbound. The hub features six 350KW chargers, including CCS and Chedemo connectors, designed to enable drivers to quickly charge their vehicles. These chargers accept contactless payments and provide real-time status updates to popular EV charging maps. Moreover, the chargers are powered […]
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£5.4bn investment needed for UK schools to achieve net zero
A recent report by eEnergy underscores the pressing need for a £5.4 billion investment in schools across the UK to meet net zero targets. The report reveals alarming energy consumption patterns, with 30% of energy used during closures and 70% of schools still relying on outdated lighting. By adopting LED lighting and other energy-efficient measures, […]
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Iberdrola reports first quarter profit growth
Iberdrola has reported financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with increases in net profit and investments. The company reported a net profit of €2.76 billion (£2.3bn), a substantial increase from €1.49 billion (£1.2bn) in the first quarter of 2023, driven by robust operational performance. Factors such as tariff adjustments for networks in the […]
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Super Sewer: Massive lid seals London’s tunnel
London’s Thames Tideway Tunnel project, known as the “Super Sewer,” has reached a milestone with the completion of its underground construction. The installation of a 24-metre diameter and 1200-tonne concrete lid at Abbey Mills Pumping Station marks the final step. Sarens, a global heavy-lifting and engineering transport company, played a key role in this operation. […]
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Council explores district heat project expansion
Hull City Council has revealed plans to explore additional options for expanding the Hull District Heating Network (HDHN). The council’s move to adjust its current contract with technical consultants Ove Arup and Partners is aimed at facilitating alterations to the HDHN’s layout, which include future connections to the East Bank Urban Village and additional network […]
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National Grid proposes new green electricity projects
National Grid has unveiled proposals for two electricity projects in Lincolnshire and West Norfolk, aiming to enhance local energy supplies and support net zero. These projects, named Eastern Green Link 3 (EGL 3) and Eastern Green Link 4 (EGL 4), are subsea electricity links connecting Scotland to England, with a consultation period running from 23rd […]
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Switching between large suppliers hits 2.5-year high
Switching between large energy suppliers has surged to a 30-month high, reaching levels not seen since late 2021 when switching activity virtually vanished. Last month, there were 135,000 electricity changes of supplier (CoS) among large suppliers, surpassing the 132,000 CoS recorded in October of the previous year, according to ElectraLink. The increase in switching activity […]
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Second Global Gold award for Water Plus, as water saving work expands for UK businesses and public sector
Work that’s saved water, cut carbon emissions and reduced energy use for a range of businesses and the public sector, has resulted in a second Global Gold for Water Management, in the Green World Environment Awards, for business water retailer Water Plus The 2024 award follows the company winning a Global Gold for Water Management […]
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