Making more use of smart grid technology

Posted on 27th May 2022

The testing, inspection and certification experts, Bureau Veritas, say that local authorities, commercial property owners and facilities managers should adopt smart grid technology to control the use of electricity during peak demand.

Smart grid systems use renewable energy such as solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery energy storage (BESS) to allow buildings to both produce and use energy in a two-way process.

smart grid technology will allow us to make better sue of solar and wind energy.

Smart buildings save energy

Posted on 3rd May 2022

technology id developing quickly to help whole cities save and manage energy

Technology is developing quickly to save and manage energy and smart Internet of Things (IoT) connections for both residential and commercial buildings.

Prioritising electrical safety in the building sector

Posted on 12th April 2022

People working in construction have been involved in the highest number of cable damage incidents in London, the South East and East of England during the past year.

Prioritising electrical safety in the sector could significantly reduce the risks of injury and save the time and cost of delays when electrical cabling and equipment is damaged.

Builders are involved in more electrical incidents than any other trade

Higher electrical standards for the EV charging roll-out

Posted on 6th April 2022

The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) says that the EV infrastructure report from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) should have highlighted the need to promote higher standards of training and competence for electricians involved in the EV charging roll-out.

New ways to heat your home

Posted on 15th March 2022

The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Select Committee has published a report on Decarbonisation of Heat in UK Homes.

The plan is to overhaul the way all UK homes are heated. However, the report highlighted an urgent need for policy changes if the goals are to be met as part of the government’s Net Zero Strategy.

The government wants to change the way all of our homes are heated making chimney pots a thing of the past

Electrical safety risks and net zero homes

Posted on 1st March 2022

Government plans to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 will change our homes.

New technology is creating a web of interconnected challenges and risks. At the same time the UK has the oldest housing stock in Europe.

As we rely more and more on electricity and connectivity there’s a risk that electrical safety won’t be given the attention it deserves as part of the process.

Add value to your home with electrical upgrades

Posted on 16th February 2022

Simple upgrades to your home electrics could significantly add to the value of your property according to a recent report.

Electrical improvements you might want to consider include:

an electric vehicle (EV) charging point

solar panels

smart home technology

smart security

LED lighting.

electrical upgrades and smart technology for home can add to its value

Renewable energy for utility companies

Posted on 26th January 2022

electricity utility companies will need to update their power stations and infrastructure to see carbon net zero targets

Electricity companies are preparing for the transition to renewable energy.

Electric utilities are responsible for a quarter of all carbon emissions globally. Removing the use of fossil fuels in the electricity sector will be an important step towards achieving a low carbon economy.

£20million net zero foundation fund

Posted on 4th January 2022

UK Power Networks has launched a Foundation to support communities during the move to net zero carbon emissions.

The fund is part of the company’s £4.6billion business plan for 2023 to 2028 that has been submitted to the industry regulator, Ofgem.

power companies will help people experiencing fuel poverty to access renewable energy technology

Safety codes for electricity poles

Posted on 21st December 2021

Now power poles across the East of England have a unique number and QR code to help keep people safe

UK Power Networks, who own and maintain electricity cables and lines across London, the South East and East of England, has introduced a new safety feature to their electricity poles.

You will now see unique six-digit numbers and quick response (QR) codes on almost half a million electricity poles in the East of England.