Focus on Ofgem
Subsea electricity links between UK and Europe approved
Ofgem approves five new subsea power lines, boosting UK’s wind power export to Europe and aiding energy security by 2032.
British grid operator to outline new energy infrastructure sites in long-term plan
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) will outline energy infrastructure locations in its strategic spatial energy plan.
More giant ‘water batteries’ planned under scheme to boost UK’s clean energy storage
Britain could get a swathe of giant so-called “water batteries” in the coming years, under a new scheme to boost investment into clean...
UK energy price comparison websites set for new regulations
Price comparison websites and energy brokers will be regulated in a bid to end their alleged “license to scam”.
Energy firms to work with Scottish govt on social tariff
Ministers are working with E.On, EDF Energy, Scottish Gas (Centrica) and consumer organisations on a new group that aims to design the tariff
Regional pricing proposals could slow UK energy investment: ScottishPower CEO
ScottishPower’s CEO warns against a proposed regional electricity pricing model, saying it could deter investment during the UK’s green transition.
British government to take on clean energy ‘blockers’
British government Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband has vowed to “take on the blockers’.
Ovo launches £50m of fresh energy bills support after winter fuel payment cut
Temporary payment cuts, subsidised home upgrades and more planned as British energy firm shores up older customers after government aid cut.
£8.3 billion GB Energy plan will shield consumers from shocks, Miliband says
British MPs debate the creation of publicly owned GB Energy, clashing claims of energy security with fears of a taxpayer black hole.
Drax to pay £25m penalty for data breach after wood pellet probe
British power station operated fined for failure to accurately report data on the source of 'renewable' wood pellets burned for energy.
