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UK Power Grid Administrator Elexon Struck By Cyber-Attack

Posted on May 18, 2020May 18, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on UK Power Grid Administrator Elexon Struck By Cyber-Attack
UK Power Grid Administrator Elexon Struck By Cyber-Attack
Power News

Elexon, a key part of the UK’s power grid supply chain, has been hit by a suspected cyber-attack.

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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?
Power Insights

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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Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis

Posted on March 31, 2020June 10, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis
Keeping The Lights On During The Coronavirus Crisis
Power Insights, Power News

What steps are Britain’s network operators taking to minimise the risk posed by the spread of coronavirus?

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What Role Does Inertia Play In A Modern Power Grid?

Posted on March 6, 2020September 29, 2020 By Chris Owens 1 Comment on What Role Does Inertia Play In A Modern Power Grid?
What Role Does Inertia Play In A Modern Power Grid?
Power Insights

Exploring the role inertia plays in our electricity system and whether the transition to zero-carbon generation could pose problems.

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National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network

Posted on February 3, 2020February 6, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network
National Audit Office Report Into Britain’s Electricity Network
Power Insights, Power News

New analysis from the National Audit Office shows electricity users in Britain experience fewer power cuts than most EU countries.

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9 August Blackout – E3C Final Report & Future Recommendations

Posted on January 14, 2020July 22, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on 9 August Blackout – E3C Final Report & Future Recommendations
9 August Blackout – E3C Final Report & Future Recommendations
Power News

10-point action plan included in the E3C final report into 9 August blackout emphasises need to improve UK’s power resilience.

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9 August Blackout – Energy Firms Fined £10.5 Million By Ofgem

Posted on January 3, 2020July 22, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on 9 August Blackout – Energy Firms Fined £10.5 Million By Ofgem
9 August Blackout – Energy Firms Fined £10.5 Million By Ofgem
Power News

Three energy companies will pay a combined £10.5 million for their role in the 9 August blackout that left more than a million people across Britain without electricity.

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Winter Is Coming… National Grid Winter Outlook 2019-20

Posted on October 15, 2019October 15, 2020 By Chris Owens No Comments on Winter Is Coming… National Grid Winter Outlook 2019-20
Winter Is Coming… National Grid Winter Outlook 2019-20
Power Insights, Power News

National Grid confident there will be enough gas and electricity to meet winter demand even if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal.

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