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ENA launches ENA Connect Direct A single online form to create a faster and more accurate process for connecting domestic low-carbon technologies (LCTs) to the electricity network has been launched by Energy Networks Association (ENA). The association’s ENA Connect Direct simplifies the application process, which can be slow and reliant on manual processes, to assist the electricity network transition from a traditional one-way system to a smarter, more flexible bidirectional grid. It provides a streamlined system which uses artificial intelligence to provide instant approvals for most routine applications. For the Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), this means efficient delivery of accurate data. In turn, this provides increased visibility to aid network design and operation, a “major step forward in creating a smarter UK energy system”, it said. Read the full story on the Transport + Energy website: https://lnkd.in/eKKCV5c6 Energy Networks Association (ENA) , Dan Clarke , Lawrence Slade, FEI , Ross Easton , Philip Baker UK Power Networks , Electricity North West , SP Energy Networks , Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks , Northern Powergrid #transport #energy #innovation #electricity

🔌 Electricity North West Advances Smart Meter Benefits for Greater Efficiency ⚡ As featured in Smart Energy, Electricity North West is taking a significant step forward by enhancing the benefits of smart meters across the region. This initiative is aimed at improving energy efficiency, reducing costs, and supporting a more reliable and sustainable electricity network for customers. 🔹 Smart Metering: The initiative will provide real-time data to help customers better manage their energy use, contributing to cost savings and increased energy awareness. 🔹 Grid Efficiency: By leveraging smart meter data, Electricity North West aims to optimise grid performance, enhance reliability, and support the integration of more renewable energy sources. 🔹 Customer Empowerment: Smart meters will offer customers greater control over their energy consumption, enabling them to make more informed choices about their energy use. 💬 What impact do you think smart meters will have on the future of energy management? Read more: https://lnkd.in/d8FuVpQn #SmartMeters #EnergyEfficiency #Sustainability #ElectricityNorthWest #SmartEnergy #GridStability #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #CustomerEmpowerment #SmartGrid #EnergyInnovation #UtilityWire #CleanEnergy #EnergyManagement #SmartTechnology

As summer peak electricity demands intensify, grid operators face increasing pressure to maintain reliability. New research underscores the potential of virtual power plants (VPPs) as a strategic solution to address these challenges. By rapidly aggregating distributed energy resources, VPPs offer a flexible and cost-effective approach to balancing supply and demand. Their ability to quickly ramp up capacity presents a compelling alternative to traditional infrastructure investments, reports Utility Dive: https://bit.ly/3LtpHpI

The National Grid Electricity System Operator (ESO) is now offering the Demand Flexibility Service (DFS) year-round. This initiative has engaged 2.6 million participants who benefit from reduced energy costs and earn rewards while contributing to grid stability. Participants will receive notifications in advance, after which they will be required to adjust their power usage during specified times. In return, they will be compensated for their efforts. The availability of DFS throughout the year will provide continuous opportunities to enhance grid reliability and receive incentives. Businesses with the capability to adjust their electricity usage and who are equipped with half-hourly metering are eligible to participate. How could your business benefit from this scheme? Read more about the DFS in our blog below 👇 https://lnkd.in/e4KPHP36 #EnergyMarkets | #EnergyCrisis | #BusinessEnergy | #EnergyPrices | #EnergyIndustry | #UKEnergy | #EnergyTransition | #NetZero

Via Utility Dive: " US VPPs can meet summer demand peaks faster, cheaper than new generation and transmission: RMI: The more than 500 VPPs operational in the United States can help address summer peaks in 2024, while new VPPs can be turned up in time for summer 2025, RMI said. " #Energy #Utility #Utilities

The rule change, published by the Australian Energy Market Commission on Thursday, means “unscheduled price-responsive resources” – ranging from household-based virtual power plants (VPPs) to community batteries and data centres – can participate directly in the electricity market. Using a new framework called “dispatch mode” these non-traditional resources will be able to bid into the spot market, set prices, receive dispatch instructions and earn revenue in markets that require scheduling, such as regulation Frequency Control Ancillary Services. https://lnkd.in/gDXc3ZpQ

Prices in PJM’s latest capacity auction hit record highs. The price spike was about tighter electricity supply and higher demand. The solution? Virtual power plants (VPPs)! VPPs are quicker and cheaper to deploy than large power plants, and they are more resilient. Using existing distributed energy resources — including rooftop solar, batteries, EVs, smart thermostats, and other controllable devices and loads — VPPs have shown they can keep the lights on when the grid is stressed. Let's make VPPs a priority — in PJM and across the nation! It's time to call in these energy heroes to save the day. #VirtualPowerPlants #RenewableEnergy #EnergyStorage #DistributedEnergyResources

RedEarth Energy Storage Ltd tackled the challenge of remote energy storage management head-on, partnering with Thinxtra to enhance system reliability and control across Australia. By implementing multi-carrier SIM cards, they've ensured robust connectivity, reducing downtime and service interruptions. Dive into the full case study to see how this collaboration leads to smarter energy consumption and significant cost savings: https://lnkd.in/gdVH3Hm4

A new report from The Brattle Group, prepared for GridLab, finds that California’s market potential for virtual power plants (VPPs) could hit 7.5 GW by 2035! That would exceed 15% of peak demand. The strategy would include automated demand response for large commercial buildings and industrial facilities. Other report findings: - VPPs can reduce risks associated with interconnection delays. - VPPs can scale flexibly as demand grows. How can we ensure this potential is reached, in California and across the nation? Maplewell's cutting-edge JANiiT platform can help, with automated, predictive energy management + distributed energy storage to unlock grid flexibility! #energystorage #virtualpowerplants #renewableenergy #energymanagement

To effectively manage an increasingly congested grid, we agree with CEO Koen Bogers at Stedin, the need for consumer support. Residential energy usage represents a significant portion of total energy consumption in homes, yet this flexible load remains untapped. With grid-edge processing and high-resolution data on next generation smart meters, DNO’s can shift this domestic load to complement the commercial load. Helping to reduce power, balancing and infrastructure costs. Sense’s collaboration with OhmConnect shows that shifting load is more successful when consumers are advised precisely what to do. In fact, it’s nearly 3x more effective than the previous best-in-class. Yusuf Latief, Smart Energy International: https://lnkd.in/eMDguySi