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Ofgem mulls new rules to protect customers amid supplier failures
Ofgem has launched a policy consultation on the proposed Supplier of Last Resort (SoLR) Levy Offset, aiming to bolster consumer protection in cases of supplier failures. The SoLR safety net guarantees uninterrupted energy supply for customers, along with reimbursement of any credit balances held with the failed supplier. Ofgem’s proposal seeks to mitigate the financial […]
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Multi-billion offshore wind project receives green light
The Orkney Islands Council’s Development and Infrastructure committee has endorsed the offshore plans for the West of Orkney Windfarm, situated 30 kilometres west of the Orkney Mainland and 25km north of the Sutherland coast. The council reviewed the offshore consent application, expressing support for the project. The windfarm, developed by Corio Generation, TotalEnergies, and Renewable […]
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Dungeness B power station incident prompts safety improvement notice
The Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has taken action against Energy Nuclear Generation Ltd (EDF Energy) after an incident at Dungeness B power station raised concerns regarding worker safety. The incident, which occurred on 5th November 2023, involved an employee receiving an electric shock from a portable heater while conducting maintenance tasks at the Kent-based […]
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eEnergy sells energy management division for £29.3m
eEnergy has completed the sale of its Energy Management Division to Flogas Britain Limited for £29.3 million, with additional contingent payments of £8-10 million depending on the division’s trading performance by September 2025. The initial £25 million of the consideration has been received, with the remaining £4.3 million used to clear debts owed by the […]
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‘HMRC collects £1bn in unpaid landfill tax over five years’
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) collected £1 billion in additional revenue from investigations into underpaid landfill tax over five years, according to a report from law firm Pinsent Masons. Nearly £281 million was amassed in the last year alone. Landfill tax is imposed on waste disposed of in landfills to promote waste reduction and recycling. […]
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Octopus and National Grid join forces for heat pump rollout
Octopus Energy and National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) have announced a collaboration aimed at expediting the deployment of clean energy technologies. This partnership introduces a streamlined approach to the installation process, focusing on heat pumps and electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Typically, installing such devices requires an assessment of the local grid capacity and often a […]
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‘Majority oppose preferential deals for new energy customers’
The majority of energy customers are against new customers receiving preferential deals that disadvantage loyal customers. That’s according to a new survey commissioned by So Energy and published today. According to the poll of 1,000 energy customers, nearly 93% expressed support for existing customers having access to the same tariffs as new customers. This study […]
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NHS Scotland goes green with first solar car park
NHS Scotland has installed a solar car park and electric vehicle charging hub at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness. Developed by 3ti, the Papilio3 unit utilises solar power to facilitate charging for up to 12 electric vehicles (EVs). The initiative seeks to enhance accessibility to charging facilities while promoting sustainability. Brian Johnstone, Head of Energy, Environment […]
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France dominates Europe’s power exports
France claimed the position of Europe’s primary net power exporter in 2023, as reported by energy data analyst Montel EnAppSys. The shift was attributed to decreased domestic demand and the return of much of its nuclear fleet. France’s total net exports amounted to 31.1TWh in the latter half of the year, with the majority of […]
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Concerns rise over potential withdrawal of Clean Heat Mechanism
Recent reports suggesting the government’s consideration of withdrawing the Clean Heat Mechanism have sparked concern within the energy sector, particularly voiced by the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE). The ADE’s Senior Policy Manager Chris Friedler commented: “If recent reports of the withdrawal of the Clean Heat Mechanism are true, this represents a big backwards step […]
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