Back in March this year OFGEM announced their final decision to remove (as good as) TRIAD income for embedded generators. I wrote a blog about it, which you can read here.
Energy storage on mountains and abandoned mines
With renewable energy and energy storage becoming increasingly researched and debated throughout the world, engineers and researchers are coming up with unique ways for storing this energy.
An ITAR update from Ofgem
Recently, Ofgem hosted a Webinar on ‘Guidance on how to produce an Independent Technical Assurance Report’ aimed at those who own a generation station. Two of our engineers Andrew and Oli, took part in the Webinar and learned key points that make producing a quality ITAR important:
Energy storage is more than just batteries
Mention energy storage and many people will first think of batteries. While this is part of the story, electricity is just one form of energy. Growers may be more familiar with heat released through the combustion of fuel in a boiler or engine, for example.
RHI regulations brought forward
The long anticipated RHI regulations are to come into effect on 20 September. The reforms were laid before parliament yesterday giving the minimum 20-day notice.
FEC Energy joins the NFU
This week has seen changes here at FEC Energy that brings positive news for both our clients and staff alike. We have sold the FEC Energy Ltd business to the National Farmers Union (NFU) in a strategic move which recognises the increasing involvement of farmers in the energy business.
Waste: an inevitable by-product of living or a useful resource?
Even in these modern times, waste remains a part of our daily lives. From organic matter to petroleum-based plastic, waste comes in many forms. Recycling is a higher priority these days than at any time in the past, but doing so is not always a cost-effective option.
More electric cars – good for renewables…
I recently read some interesting news about electric cars and their relentless takeover of our roads. Dutch Bank ING reckons that within two decades all cars sold will be electric.
Energy generators… are you paying for convenience?
Oli Coe from FEC Energy looks at this diverse topic.
What’s new at ADBA’s AD & Biogas event 2017
Last week, Oli, Elham and I went to the UK Anaerobic Digester & Biogas and World Biogas Expo at the NEC.