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While we are always looking for innovative ways to reduce carbon footprints, Octopus Energy group has come up with an innovative, if not unusual method of renewables storage - free electricity. The plan being trialled is in response to so-called curtailment, when the wind and solar produces more energy that can be loaded onto the grid. This can lead to renewable energy production being switched off, at a cost to the consumer of an estimated £800m during 2020-21. Learn more here: https://heyor.ca/07Jry8 #OctopusEnergy #RenewableEnergy #EnergyCurtailment

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There is nothing that brings an engineer more pride than knowing their work actually makes a difference. Recent data from Montel Analytics shows that in Q2 of 2024, ☀️ solar generation in the UK achieved its highest level yet, reaching 5.1 TWh compared to 4.90 TWh the previous year. This growth underscores a significant step forward in our journey towards sustainable energy solutions. Alongside this, other renewable sources contributed 47% to Britain's power generation mix during this period. This includes: 💨 wind 🌱 biomass and 💧hydro This diversity highlights the resilience and reliability of clean energy alternatives, and their capability to be integrated into the grid. Equally important is the noticeable decline in gas output, which fell by over a third to 13.4 TWh, marking the lowest quarterly figure recorded in two decades! Beyond the numbers, these developments signify a broader movement towards a more sustainable future. They demonstrate a growing awareness and dedication from individuals and businesses alike to prioritise environmental responsibility. This journey is meaningful for the whole Enspec Power Ltd team. We're dedicated to expanding our renewable capabilities, working with clients in this area and exploring new technologies that align with our values of sustainability and grid resilience. It's great to see these collaborations reflected in real-world data! #SustainableEnergy #RenewableEnergy #GridResilience #CleanTechInnovation

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What next for the UK #energystorage market? 🔋🇬🇧⚡ Revenues from ancillary grid services such as 'frequency response' have plateaued over the last year for energy storage project developers and above a certain level, there is no further demand for such services. So it is no longer the case that you can build a battery plant anywhere in the UK and sit back to enjoy the revenue it earns from frequency response. National Grid ESO holds annual auctions to make sure it has enough capacity in reserve to take care of any unforeseen events, such as a gas or nuclear plant failing at a time of peak demand. We think the future for battery energy storage systems (BESS) might lie in this emerging market - read our thinking here: https://ow.ly/BhtQ50SLVnQ

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Great to be working with UKBIC on the next stage of Altilium's development: battery cells from old EV batteries under a UK Government backed Faraday Battery Challenge.   🔋 Production of the cells will take place at the UK Battery Industrialisation Centre (UKBIC), the UK’s national battery manufacturing scale-up facility, using CAM produced at Altilium’s ACT 2 facility in Devon.   🔋 The project will involve a full pouch cell run at the UKBIC, as well as analysis of the quality and performance of the cells, and benchmarking against UKBIC’s baselines cell.   🔋 By demonstrating at-scale manufacturing of battery cells using recycled CAM, the project will advance commercialisation of Altilium's technology, paving the way for possible supply deals with OEMs and battery manufacturers and de-risking investment in further scale-up, including construction of the UK’s largest planned commercial plant for EV battery recycling and CAM production. See more below: 👇 #startups #ukmfg #batteryrecycling #batteries  

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Here's an example of the work the MTC is doing as part of the Workforce Foresighting Hub. What changes are coming in your industry that are going to create a skills gap? Get in touch with the Foresighting Hub and you might be able to find out.

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