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Future Energy Scenarios 2021: Towards Net Zero

Posted on July 16, 2021July 16, 2021 By Chris Owens No Comments on Future Energy Scenarios 2021: Towards Net Zero
Future Energy Scenarios 2021: Towards Net Zero
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National Grid ESO publishes Future Energy Scenarios 2021, its roadmap for decarbonising the UK’s electricity system.

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National Grid ESO’s Summer Outlook 2021 – COVID-19 Still A Challenge

Posted on April 9, 2021April 12, 2021 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Grid ESO’s Summer Outlook 2021 – COVID-19 Still A Challenge
National Grid ESO’s Summer Outlook 2021 – COVID-19 Still A Challenge
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Electricity demand in Britain will continue to be low over the coming months, according to National Grid’s Summer Outlook 2021.

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National Grid ESO Publishes Innovation Strategy 2021-22

Posted on March 31, 2021March 31, 2021 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Grid ESO Publishes Innovation Strategy 2021-22
National Grid ESO Publishes Innovation Strategy 2021-22
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Digitalisation is the top priority to transition to a cleaner energy system, according to National Grid ESO’s latest Innovation Strategy.

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10-Point Plan To Help Meet Net Zero Pledge

Posted on November 19, 2020November 19, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on 10-Point Plan To Help Meet Net Zero Pledge
10-Point Plan To Help Meet Net Zero Pledge
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A faster transition to electric vehicles and support for hydrogen and wind power form part of new plans to help meet UK’s net zero by 2050 target.

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National Grid Publishes Winter Outlook 2020 Amid COVID-19 & EU Uncertainty

Posted on October 15, 2020October 16, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Grid Publishes Winter Outlook 2020 Amid COVID-19 & EU Uncertainty
National Grid Publishes Winter Outlook 2020 Amid COVID-19 & EU Uncertainty
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Electricity network operator National Grid ESO releases its Winter Outlook 2020.

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Offshore Wind To Power All UK Homes By 2030?

Posted on October 8, 2020October 8, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Offshore Wind To Power All UK Homes By 2030?
Offshore Wind To Power All UK Homes By 2030?
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Prime Minister Boris Johnson pledges 40 GW of offshore wind power by the end of the decade.

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Future Energy Scenarios 2020: Britain Needs “Immediate Action” To Meet Net Zero Goal

Posted on July 27, 2020July 29, 2020 By Chris Owens 1 Comment on Future Energy Scenarios 2020: Britain Needs “Immediate Action” To Meet Net Zero Goal
Future Energy Scenarios 2020: Britain Needs “Immediate Action” To Meet Net Zero Goal
Power Insights, Power News

National Grid’s Future Energy Scenarios 2020 report outlines the path towards zero carbon emissions by 2050, with renewables, energy storage, and electric vehicles all having crucial roles to play.

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Exploring 8 Of The Most Common Power Problems

Posted on April 28, 2020April 28, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Exploring 8 Of The Most Common Power Problems
Exploring 8 Of The Most Common Power Problems
Power Insights

Blackouts are just one of the power problems that can affect our electricity supplies. We take a look at sags, surges, and a few of the other most common issues…

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National Grid’s Summer Outlook – Keeping The Lights On During Covid-19

Posted on April 17, 2020October 15, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Grid’s Summer Outlook – Keeping The Lights On During Covid-19
National Grid’s Summer Outlook – Keeping The Lights On During Covid-19
Power Insights, Power News

National Grid’s Summer Outlook explains the impact of coronavirus on the electricity network and the challenges posed by significantly lower demand for power than usual.

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What Impact Will The Roll-Out Of Electric Vehicles Have On Our Power Grid?

Posted on April 2, 2020April 2, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on What Impact Will The Roll-Out Of Electric Vehicles Have On Our Power Grid?
What Impact Will The Roll-Out Of Electric Vehicles Have On Our Power Grid?
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As electric vehicles become the mode of transport of choice in coming years, what are the implications for our power supplies?

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