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Battery storage and renewables are modernising Britain’s energy system
RenewableUK is responding to the results of today’s auction by National Grid to provide 200 megawatts of power to help balance Britain’s energy network. This service, called Enhanced Frequency...
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STA responds to Policy Exchange report
The new Policy Exchange report ‘Too Hot to Handle?’ highlights how extensively Government needs to act to decarbonise heat if the UK is to meet its legally binding carbon targets. The report comes as...
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Increase in renewables has led to an unprecedented change in energy supply
A new report launched at the 23rd World Energy Congress on 12 October reveals that the unexpectedly high growth in the renewable energies market, in terms of investment, new capacity and high growth...
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First solar farm in ‘red mud’ community renewable energy project joins the grid
The first commercial solar farm in a project aiming to provide options for Australia’s struggling vignerons has gone live. The 187kw site in the South Australian town of Renmark was switched on to the...
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Government support for offshore wind creates massive economic opportunity for...
RenewableUK says today’s Government announcement of the next round of competitive auctions to support offshore wind will provide a boost for British industry. Responding to confirmation of the budget,...
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STA welcomes “Smart Energy” push
The Government and Ofgem have confirmed their commitment to the creation of a smarter energy system with the publication of their Smart Power call for evidence. This is a vital first step towards the...
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Launch of World Biogas Association
The World Biogas Association (WBA) has been launched at the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP 22 at Marrakesh, Morocco. Following the adoption by the United Nations of a shared...
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ADBA – Do food retailers hold the key to on-farm AD success?
Global AD industry set to reach $1trn The move towards sustainable food retailing shows no sign of slowing down, with consumers more aware of environmental issues than ever before. Research from...
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Ecotricity submits rival Green Gas applications at Fracking sites
Green energy firm Ecotricity is challenging the shale gas industry by submitting planning applications for rival Green Gas Mills on proposed fracking sites. The company has put in Green Gas Mill...
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STA score solar thermal win
Following a concerted effort by the Solar Trade Association (STA) the Government has dropped plans to remove solar thermal from the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI). The STA provided clear evidence and...
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“Remove barriers for energy storage” industry asks
Responding to Ofgem’s call for evidence on A Smart, Flexible Energy System, which closed on Thursday, the Solar Trade Association (STA) has called on the Government to remove all barriers to...
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Turning sunshine into liquid gold
Turning sunshine into liquid gold (image Patrick Blehaut) Tiny metalic-gold particles are being used to convert sunlight into fuel. The technology is being developed in South Australia to store solar...
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Bioenergy gets graphic with new illustrated guide to the subject
In a unique collaboration between artists and researchers working at the cutting-edge of bioenergy, the graphic novel aims to answer some of the big questions such as what is bioenergy, does growing...
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STA sounds deployment alarm as solar hits ‘crunch point’
The STA has published a summary of current solar deployment at a major crunch point for the solar industry. This was reported in national media over the Easter weekend. The data shows that this year,...
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ADBA calls for sector support from new Government
Charlotte Morton Charlotte Morton, Chief Executive of the Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association (ADBA), has congratulated Prime Minister Theresa May on forming a new Government, but...
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Global Solar Council Selects New CEO, Jodie Roussell
The Global Solar Council has selected Jodie Roussell to be the Council’s new Chief Executive Officer. Roussell will assume the new role on 1 August 2017. The Global Solar Council represents national...
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South Australia charged as global leader in renewable energy
The Hornsdale wind farm under construction in Jamestown, where Tesla’s powerpack will be installed Tesla’s recent South Australian battery announcement has solidified the state as a world leader in...
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STA secures tax win for solar and battery storage
Today the Solar Trade Association (STA) is celebrating securing a 5% rate of VAT on battery storage for householders installing a storage system alongside a new solar PV system. The win significantly...
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ADBA launches pioneering AD Certification Scheme at annual conference
UK trade body the Anaerobic Digestion & Bioresources Association (ADBA) will today launch its pioneering AD Certification Scheme at the ADBA National Conference 2017 in London. The voluntary,...
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Green gas can help Scotland meet energy goals
Charlotte Morton Green gas can make a key contribution to meeting the goals set out in Scotland’s first ever Energy Strategy, according to the UK’s trade body for anaerobic digestion (AD). Charlotte...
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