UK power sector ‘could have negative emissions by 2033’By Robin LancasterJuly 27, 2020 National Grid’s new ‘Future Energy Scenarios’ report says offshore wind, CCS and bioenergy key to cutting carbon
Drax hydro provides National Grid stabilityBy Eleanore RobinsonJuly 15, 2020 Six-year deal will see Cruachan plant in Scotland supply support services including inertia
COVID-19: UK wind farms could face weekend ‘switch-off’By Robin LancasterMay 22, 2020 Forecast low electricity demand because of virus impacts could see some operators paid to cut supply
National Grid ESO integrates wind for frequency responseBy SaraMay 20, 2020 Launch of Power Available signal will enable use of spare wind farm capacity
COVID-19: UK wind farms could be ‘switched off’By Robin LancasterApril 17, 2020 National Grid outlines potential measures to avoid overwhelming the network because of low power demand
National Grid ESO rolls out smart grid techBy SaraMarch 3, 2020 New initiative in southern England sees mid-scale wind and solar plants connected via the medium voltage network
Ofgem reviews green potential of UK grid setupBy reNEWS EditorialFebruary 13, 2020 Findings will be published in spring and help hit net zero 2050 emissions targets
Wind surge blows GB January blues awayBy SaraJanuary 30, 2020 Low carbon sources averaged 47% of power mix, according to new National Grid ESO figures