In what it claims is a first among UK distribution network operators, UK Power Networks has had its emissions goals green-lit by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
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Network bottlenecks limiting renewable generation are to be eased with the deployment of new technology able to free up 1.5GW of network capacity.
The SmartValve modular power flow control technology - provided by US-based Smart Wires – is being deployed by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) at three substations across the north of England, Harker in Carlisle, Penwortham in Preston and Saltholme in Stockton-on-Tees near Middlesbrough.
As more renewable generation comes online, depending on the weather, power flows change and circuits can become unequally loaded, with some reaching maximum capacity while others are still below their limits.
The three substation sites were identified as needing a solution to solve these bottlenecks of renewable power, with the SmartValve technology able to instantly route power through the circuits which have available capacity, maximising the use of the existing network.
Overhead power line warning as harvest approaches
6 May 2021 |
Figures for 2020 show that 18% of overhead line incidents were through farming
The UK s biggest electricity distributor has launched a new initiative designed to save farmers lives by urging them to be aware of overhead power lines.
Farmers, along with road hauliers, tree surgeons and builders, belong to the most at-risk groups when it comes to overhead power lines.
Figures for 2020 show that 44% of overhead line incidents were through road hauliers, 18% farmers, 16% tree surgeons and self-employed builders 12%.
UK Power Networks new Think, Plan, Locate initiative will see them join with the NFU to educate farmers on safe working procedures.
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4:30 PM April 28, 2021
Tom Hunt has said tougher sentencing is needed for violent crimes following the jailing of Richard Day s killer.
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Ipswich MP Tom Hunt has expressed anger following the sentencing of Richard Day s teenage killer.
Cristea of Freehold Road, Ipswich, pled guilty to manslaughter and violent disorder at Ipswich Crown Court and was sentenced to three years and 10 months at a young offenders institution on Monday.
Teenage killer Andrea Cristea has been jailed for three years and 10 months
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The Ipswich MP said: “Not only does this pitiful sentence no doubt cause great hurt for the family and friends but it also raises serious questions about what the authorities imagine will happen to Cristea after he is released.