UK Power Networks Launches New Service to Accelerate Renewable Energy Connections
UK Power Networks has launched a new connection service that will help customers on independent electricity networks bring renewable energy and low-carbon projects online faster and at lower cost. For the first time, customers of Independent Distribution Network Operators (IDNOs) can access UK Power Networks’ Distributed Energy Resources Management System (DERMS), an intelligent platform that […]
Historic ‘Jolly Green Giant’ Surrey substation restored
A rare vintage electricity substation affectionately dubbed the ‘Jolly Green Giant’ has been restored on a Surrey village green. UK Power Networks, owner of the decommissioned 1914 Grade II listed substation, hired specialist conservators to preserve the pillar – one of the few surviving examples of early domestic electrification, which had a dramatic impact on […]
BACHMANN launches AXIS S and AXIS L vertical freestanding models
BACHMANN has expanded its AXIS power distribution range with two new vertical freestanding models, designed to bring convenient access to power in flexible workspaces, hospitality settings, and lounge environments. In many environments, power outlets are located where they are difficult to access: on the floor or hidden beneath desks. This becomes increasingly challenging in flexible […]
Aubrey Allen expands to third phase of rooftop solar investment
Premium food supplier Aubrey Allen has expanded its on-site solar for a third time after the success of its existing rooftop solar installations, reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainability, reducing energy costs and improving operational resilience. Aubrey Allen first partnered with Ineco Energy to reduce the significant energy demands of its factory, where refrigeration systems […]
UK Power Networks completes £6.5m Brighton power upgrade
Distribution network operator UK Power Networks has completed a £6.5 million power upgrade to strengthen Brighton’s electricity network, working in collaboration with infrastructure contractor Clancy. The installation of 7km of new underground cables between substations in Brighton and Fishersgate is intended to bolster power supplies for 10,000 homes and businesses, investing in long-term network reliability for […]
UK Power Networks completes £6.8m network upgrade
Distribution network operator UK Power Networks has completed a £6.8 million electricity network upgrade between Sutton and Beddington to increase network capacity and support future electricity demand. The project involved installing 6.8km of new underground cables, helping to maintain reliable electricity supplies for more than 68,000 homes and businesses. The new infrastructure is also designed to […]
UK household electricity demand continues to rise
Household electricity consumption across Great Britain is continuing to increase despite ongoing cost of living pressures, according to new analysis from Chameleon Technology, a UK smart energy technology company. The study, based on data from around 23,000 households, found that average electricity consumption rose by 6.4% between March 2025 and March 2026, increasing from 789kWh […]
Electricity cables ‘re-rooted’ to protect ancient tree
Distribution network operator UK Power Networks has adapted the route of new electricity cables in central London to protect the root system of what is believed to be the capital’s oldest tree. The London plane tree on Cheapside, near St Paul’s Cathedral, is thought to have stood in the same location since 1855, although some […]
UK set to miss Clean Power 2030 target
According to new analysis from energy consultancy LCP Delta, Great Britain is “unlikely to meet its target” of generating 95% of electricity from clean power by 2030. The company’s latest GB Power Market Outlook forecasts that clean power generation will reach 83% by 2030 under current plans, with the 95% target not expected to be […]
‘Homeowners overlook quickest energy-saving upgrades’
Homeowners are prioritising major energy-efficiency projects such as heat pumps and solar panels, despite many lower-cost improvements offering faster returns on investment, according to new research from Uswitch, a comparison website for home services switching. The research, based on a survey of 500 UK tradespeople, compared the energy-saving measures most commonly requested by homeowners with […]