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2023 sees lowest UK gas usage since 2015

2023 sees lowest UK gas usage since 2015

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2023 sees lowest UK gas usage since 2015

Although gas remained a significant electricity source last year, its usage hit a low not seen since 2015

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The Crown Estate and ESO team up to accelerate clean energy drive

The Crown Estate and ESO team up to accelerate clean energy drive

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The Crown Estate and ESO team up to accelerate clean energy drive

The Crown Estate and the electricity system operator have joined forces to optimise seabed leasing and accelerate transmission infrastructure

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National Grid speeds up 20GW clean energy connection

National Grid speeds up 20GW clean energy connection

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National Grid speeds up 20GW clean energy connection

National Grid is expediting the connection of clean energy projects in England and Wales, allowing 10GW of battery energy storage projects to connect four years earlier than planned

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Ofgem approves ESO’s Demand Flexibility Service for this winter

Ofgem approves ESO’s Demand Flexibility Service for this winter

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Ofgem approves ESO’s Demand Flexibility Service for this winter

The service, which encourages flexible electricity usage by consumers, aims to help manage the energy system during periods of high demand

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UK smashes low carbon electricity record with wind power

UK smashes low carbon electricity record with wind power

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UK smashes low carbon electricity record with wind power

On Monday 18th September, the UK achieved a new low carbon intensity record of 27g/kWh, according to new data

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UK homes balance the grid

UK homes balance the grid

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UK homes balance the grid

UK households are set to stabilise the power grid by participating in a new trial initiated by the Electricity System Operator

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Ofgem cracks down on winter energy price manipulation

Ofgem cracks down on winter energy price manipulation

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Ofgem cracks down on winter energy price manipulation

New regulations unveiled today by Ofgem will thwart generators from inflating energy prices unfairly, shielding consumers from high winter bills

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National Grid’s winter blackout prevention scheme returns

National Grid’s winter blackout prevention scheme returns

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National Grid’s winter blackout prevention scheme returns

The electricity system operator has announced the return of its Demand Flexibility Service, allowing homes and businesses to earn rewards by adjusting energy usage

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ESO revamps Balancing Reserve: Green light for smaller units

ESO revamps Balancing Reserve: Green light for smaller units

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ESO revamps Balancing Reserve: Green light for smaller units

The Electricity System Operator has changed its plans for the Balancing Reserve service, making it accessible to smaller units alongside larger ones

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UK eases grid backlog

UK eases grid backlog

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UK eases grid backlog

Ofgem has approved the Transmission Entry Capacity Amnesty led by National Grid ESO, move that could release up to 8GW of projects from the queue

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UK generates 52% zero carbon electricity in July

UK generates 52% zero carbon electricity in July

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UK generates 52% zero carbon electricity in July

Last month, wind generation increased to 29%, according to National Grid ESO

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Industry reacts to ESO’s energy scenarios report

Industry reacts to ESO’s energy scenarios report

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Industry reacts to ESO’s energy scenarios report

Industry trade associations have raised concerns about the sluggish progress in decarbonising heat, engaging consumers and promoting flexibility in the energy sector

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