1st Virtual Power Plant from SolarEdge Supporting UK Grid

Credit to Author: Zachary Shahan| Date: Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:25:18 +0000

SolarEdge has launched its first “battery virtual power plant” in support of the UK’s national grid. More specifically, it is providing grid support through the National Grid ESO Demand Flexibility Service (“DFS”). Owners of SolarEdge home batteries are able to participate in the program. They also need to have smart meters, and of course they […]

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UK Plugin Share Flat In January As Economy Stumbles

Credit to Author: Dr. Maximilian Holland| Date: Mon, 06 Feb 2023 11:55:21 +0000

The UK auto market saw plugin electric vehicles (EVs) take 20.0% share of new sales in January, flat from 20.4% year on year. Full electrics grew slightly whilst plugin hybrids shrank. Overall auto volume was 131,994 units, up some 15% YoY, but still 21% below pre-2020 seasonal norms. Volkswagen was the UK’s best selling BEV […]

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Voi Mobility Partners With BILITI Electric To Use Electric Tuk-Tuks To Service E-Scooters In UK

Credit to Author: Remeredzai Joseph Kuhudzai| Date: Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:00:54 +0000

Electric scooters and electric bicycles are quite popular in several countries around the world. A lot of them are under ride share platforms. It’s pretty cool that one can get one via an app and go about your business and leave the scooter (neatly stored, I hope) when you get to your destination. Behind all […]

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UK-Based EV Subscription Service Onto Raises £100M Credit Facility From CDPQ & Pollen Street To Ramp Up Operations

Credit to Author: Remeredzai Joseph Kuhudzai| Date: Tue, 31 Jan 2023 13:35:11 +0000

Fiat 500eOnto, a UK-based vehicle subscription service, is working to accelerate EV adoption by making access to electric vehicles easier, flexible, and affordable. Through its all-inclusive packages, Onto eliminates the hassle of long term contracts and large upfront deposit payments as well as the seemingly endless paperwork usually associated with traditional leasing programs. Onto’s subscriptions run […]

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Researchers Exploring Ways to Expand Use of Biomass

Credit to Author: Darrell Proctor| Date: Wed, 01 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000

A resurgence in the use of biomass to produce energy is underway, in part as a way for countries to continue the transition away from fossil fuels for electricity production. Groups are working on ways to burn

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King Charles’ Newest Eco-Activism: Royal Wind Farm Profits Will Go To The People

Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Sun, 29 Jan 2023 17:15:58 +0000

King CharlesHow will King Charles balance his previous high-profile climate activism with the expectation that he will remain politically neutral as head of the Royal Family. So far, he hasn’t stifled his public proclamations about climate pollution significantly.

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EU & UK Incorporate Schemes To Lessen Energy Usage, Move To Renewables

Credit to Author: Carolyn Fortuna| Date: Sat, 28 Jan 2023 18:05:33 +0000

lessen energy usageWhat can be done to alleviate energy usage during fossil fuel instability and the transition to renewables? Motivating people helps. So does new legislation and applying legal sanctions for non-cooperating countries.

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