Read our top five energy related news stories from the last couple of weeks. Energy is always in the news in one way or another, from renewable energy technology advancements and the latest from the ‘big six’ energy suppliers to advancements in energy saving and sustainability. In this blog, we share more about our favourite energy news stories from the last couple of weeks:
- UK has first coal-free week for a century: Britain has had its first week without using electricity from burning coal since the 1880s, according to the National Grid Electricity System Operator (ESO). Read more here…
- Ofgem launches review of £3.5bn microbusiness energy market: The regulator is concerned some small businesses are struggling to engage with the market and paying more for their energy. Read more…
- Energy provider Solarplicity banned from taking on new customers: Ofgem said the company needs to ‘get its house in order and provide a level of service that its customers expect’. Read more…
- Renewable capacity stalled last year for first time since 2001: The International Energy Association warns more capacity needs to be added each year if international climate goals are to be met. Read more…
- Energy giants call for government collaboration to establish ultra-rapid EV charging network: A host of energy and technology giants have issued a rallying call for the government to get behind a bid to establish an ultra-rapid EV charging network that spans the country. Read more…
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