The adoption of a smarter, more flexible power system in the UK could save consumers billions and make the most of future renewable electricity generation, the government has been told.
Energy regulator Ofgem has challenged local grid owners and DNOs to identify additional capacity and open more for renewables, and threatened those that fail to do so with financial penalties.
Last week London mayor Boris Johnson revealed that £2.7 million worth of solar installations planned under the capital’s RE:NEW programme had been cancelled following cuts to the feed-in tariff.
Foresight Solar Fund has added to international solar firm SunEdison’s woes, revealing that the two parties are in advanced negotiations to settle a claim over underperformance at three sites.
