Modernising energy governance 2: Investing in the future
In July, Gemserv opened a discussion on the future for governance. We agree with Ofgem that the opportunity for consumers is innovation and that data will be a key enabler.
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Editor's letter: In praise of the pause
Sometimes the need is for immediate action. Sometimes, it’s worth taking a while. This month Ofgem took soundings on whether National Grid should be able to tap customers for cash to replace the “Feeder 9” pipe.
Editor's letter: Look beyond our model
GB has had an energy network for so long it tends to skew our thinking about how energy – and especially power – can operate.
Forging the blockchain
Blockchain is moving out of the realm of speculation into the mainstream. Janet Wood spoke to Australia-based PowerLedger about test beds for the technology and how it will most likely be used in the power sector
The off-grid future?
Already, millions of people get their light and power not through a power network from an electricity supply company, but direct from a PV and battery combination.
Global networks experience: Use it or lose it
In Estonia, network company Electrilevi was faced with maintaining thousands of miles of unused network.
RIIO2 and the network future
Janet Wood looks at debates and decisions around the upcoming network price review
Condition of ageing gas pipe raises questions over resilience
What’s the biggest risk to the UK’s gas supply?
Western Isles final needs case
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) has asked Ofgem for conditional approval of its “final needs case” for a subsea cable transmission link from the Western Isles to the Scottish mainland.
Centrica’s EV investment
Centrica Innovations has announced a major investment in Driivz, an Israeli company that offers end-to‑end software solutions for electric vehicle (EV) charging.