Net Zero by Current±

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± is joined by Finlay Colville, head of research at PV-Tech and Solar Media. The discussion revolves around how the UK solar market fares in comparison to other worldwide markets, as well as what policymakers could be doing to push the industry further.

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± is joined by Tom Smout, senior associate with the GB research team at Aurora Energy Research. The discussion revolves around the opening of the second consultation for the Review of Electricity Market Arrangements (REMA) and the potential consequences thereof.

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± is joined by Andy Colthorpe, editor of Energy-Storage.news to discuss the role of energy storage in net zero. Featuring exclusive insights and interviews from the 9th Energy Storage Summit EU.

Net Zero by Current± is back for the first time in 2024! To mark our tenth-ever episode we are joined by special guest Nina Skorupska, chief executive of the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA), who provides an outlook into the UK energy market of 2024, discussing flexibility markets to new North Sea licenses.

In the Net Zero by Current± Christmas special we take you through some of our UK decarbonisation highlights of 2023. We'd love to hear any feedback on the podcast so far. If you're listening on a mobile device please fill out the Q&A and let us know what you think! Thank you for listening to Net Zero by Current±, we look forward to seeing you again in the next year! Image addition: pngtree.com.

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores the the latest news from COP28 so far, the launch of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism, the Office for Budget Responsibility cutting its EV uptake prediction for 2027 by almost half, and the National Grid granting connection visibility for Grid Supply Points (GSPs). The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: COP28: UK signs pledge to treble renewables by 2030 DESNZ confirms launch of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism Office for Budget Responsibility cuts EV uptake forecast by 44% National Grid grants connection pipeline visibility for Grid Supply Points UKPN unveils tool showcasing spare capacity at Grid Supply Points Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores the Autumn Statement, the increase in Contract for Differences (CfD) administrative strike prices, National Grid ESO's new powers to terminate 'phantom' projects in the grid connection queue, and Ofgem's plans to create Regional Energy Strategic Planners. The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: ⁠Autumn Statement: Hunt to cut grid action delays by 90% and remove windfall tax for new renewable projects⁠ ⁠Government boosts offshore wind’s CfD strike price by 66%⁠ ⁠ESO granted powers to terminate projects blocking the grid connections queue⁠ ⁠Ofgem unveils plans to create Regional Energy Strategic Planners⁠ Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± is joined by Will Norman from PV Tech to discuss, the Energy Act 2023, the King's speech during the State Opening of Parliament, Energy UK warnings that the impending EU carbon tax could be detrimental to UK renewables, and plans revealed for the UK's first GW-scale nationally significant infrastructure project (NSIP). The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: Energy Act 2023: the ‘biggest energy legislation in UK history’ becomes law Energy Act 2023: energy industry ‘warmly welcomes’ new legislation The King’s speech 2023: new North Sea licenses confirmed⁠ Government to introduce annual oil and gas licensing Plans unveiled for UK’s first 1GW solar NSIP To book your place for this year's Electric Vehicle Innovations and Excellence Awards, click here. Thank you for listening!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores a number of key industry findings including the International Energy Agency's (IEA) 'World Energy Outlook' and the National Infrastructure Commission's (NIC) second infrastructure assessment. We also take a look at Cornwall Insight revealing that the UK is likely to miss its offshore wind target and EV charging prices dropping below petrol car running costs. NOTE: 10:40 correction "...another significant piece of EV news which took place on Tuesday evening.." The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: IEA: global temperatures could rise by 2.4 °C under current policy settings UK to miss 2030 offshore wind target, says Cornwall Insight Highest EV charging prices drop below petrol car running costs Second National Infrastructure Assessment rules out hydrogen for heating EV chargepoint prices and availability made public under new law Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores a new brief from Oxford University which reveals Britain could be powered solely by wind and solar, the Morocco-UK Power Project being deemed an NSIP, and National Grid introduces Short Term flexibility procurement. The final segment of this episode is an exclusive from this year’s EV World Congress which took place earlier this week. The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: Oxford: Britain could be solely powered by wind and solar Xlinks’ Morocco-UK Power Project recognised as an NSIP National Grid introduces Short Term flexibility procurement EV World Congress 2023: Day One EV World Congress 2023: Day Two Thank you for listening and be sure to subscribe for more!

In this episode special, Net Zero by Current± takes a deep dive into the aftermath of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s announcement on 20 September - which saw a major shift in the government’s green policies - from the perspective of the EV and heat industries. NOTE: 03:02 - Fortescue Future Industries' Oxfordshire plant was estimated to bring 120 jobs to the area. Current±'s coverage of the announcement can be read by following the links below: BREAKING: Rishi Sunak confirms delay to ICE vehicle sale ban and heat electrification goals Industry reacts: Sunak’s watering down of net zero targets sparks fury UK heat industry remains committed to decarbonisation despite delays New AutoMotive: Why we’re refusing to throw in the towel and get the UK back on track to 2030 Additional news stories discussed in this episode can be found here: 89% of energy businesses remain committed to net zero despite target delays Fortescue Future Industries expands battery and electric powertrain manufacturing in UK Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores the ease of England's de facto onshore wind ban, results of the latest CfD auction round, the UK-Ireland "landmark" renewable energy agreement, and 10GW of grid capacity identified for 'shovel ready' renewable projects. The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: UK gov eases de facto ban on onshore wind farms No offshore wind granted funding as CfD AR5 limps to just 3.7GW capacity UK-Ireland unveil ‘landmark’ renewable energy agreement National Grid identifies 10GW of grid capacity for power generators with ‘shovel ready’ projects Current± Explores: the grid connection conundrum Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

In this episode, Net Zero by Current± explores the Q4 price cap, trade association warnings against radical market changes, the ECIU calling for a faster heat pump roll out, and additional funding granted to accelerate preparations for Sizewell C. The news discussed in this episode can be read in more detail by following the links below: Reduced Q4 price cap remains over £700 above pre-crisis levels Trade associations warn against ‘radical’ changes to energy market Slow heat pump roll out could see UK lose £65m in exports Further £341 million granted to accelerate Sizewell C preparations Thank you for listening and be sure to follow for more!

The Net Zero by Current± podcast is a fortnightly digest of UK net zero news.   From the newest developments in EV smart charging technologies to regulatory changes that will shape our decarbonisation journey, Net Zero by Current± offers an on-the-go rundown of latest developments from the UKs road to net zero.   So make sure to follow Current± News on Spotify to guarantee you never miss an episode - our first installment goes live on Friday 1 September!