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Ofgem announces £25bn investment programme to transform UK’s energy networks
The proposals aim to enable the delivery of emissions-free green energy across the country and meet national net zero targets, while also maintaining high levels of service and grid reliability
read more... 10/07/2020
IAEA: Reactors are maintaining safe operation during pandemic
There has been no enforced shutdown of a nuclear power reactor due to the effects of COVID-19 on the workforce or supply chains, according to reports from operators and regulators received through the International Atomic Energy Agency's (IAEA's) COVID-19 Operational Experience Network (OPEX) and International Reporting System for Operating Experience (IRS).
read more... 12/06/2020
Consortium of energy giants to build ‘world’s first carbon capture and storage network’
The first phase of the project will see the capture of 1.5 million tonnes of CO2 per year and its permanent storage 2,500 metres below the seabed in the North Sea.
read more... 19/05/2020
EIB offers €100m loan to upgrade Elenia electricity network in Finland
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to provide €100m loan to Finland-based electricity distribution system operator Elenia.
read more... 08/04/2020
Italy's Terna earmarks over EUR 7bn for grid upgrades
Italian grid operator Terna SpA has committed to spend EUR 7.3 billion (USD 8.27bn) to modernise and strengthen the country’s power network over the next five years in support of climate targets requiring higher volumes of green power.
read more... 12/03/2020