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The IPA pointed out that the improved energy efficiency of the project will reduce taxpayer energy costs by over £1m per year. Image: Ministry of Justice.  

Solar to support ‘UK first’ all-electric green prison

April 24, 2024
Mitie Care & Custody has been awarded the ten-year contract to run HMP Millsike, which will be powered by solar.
Renewco said the site could power around 18,000 homes, which equates to roughly 22,590 tonnes of carbon emission savings a year. Image: Renewco Power.

Scottish solar and battery project gets greenlight 

April 23, 2024
The partnership means British Gas can install solar power and battery tech for eligible customers in Scotland, England and Wales for the first time. Image: Centrica.

British Gas partnership to enable nationwide solar power

April 18, 2024
The partnership means British Gas can install solar power and battery tech for eligible customers in Scotland, England and Wales.
As SSE’s flagship site, Salisbury BSS will contribute to SSE’s Net Zero Acceleration Programme. Image: SSE Renewables.

SSE Renewables launches first operative battery storage project 

April 15, 2024
SSE Renewables has launched its first operative battery energy storage system (BESS) with a capacity of 50MW/100MWh. 
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Report: UK solar hotspots revealed

April 15, 2024
New research by Independent Advisor shows that solar installations in the UK increased by over 37% in the last year.

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