Octopus partners with first Chinese EV manufacturer

Octopus Energy Group and Omoda have partnered to provide EV offerings in the UK, including specialist tariffs, home charging installations, charging roaming services and leasing options

Tesla to cut 10% of global workforce

Elon Musk has informed Tesla employees of plans to cut 14,000 jobs globally, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and prepare for future growth phases

British Gas and Pod Point launch flexibility trial

The trial seeks to optimise EV charging, providing customers with more affordable energy choices, all while helping to balance the UK’s energy grid

What are the barriers to electrification for UK organisations?

The benefits of electrification and of investing in charging facilities are clear. UK organisations can look beyond merely complying with government regulations to advantages including tax incentives, improved driver satisfaction, reduced emissions and fuel cost savings

Jolting the Thames: Electric project to power London’s grid

A project, Electric Thames, aims to introduce electric vessels on the River Thames to supply clean energy to London’s grid

Battery electric vehicle registrations hit record high

Industry has highlighted the need for EV incentives as the market share of BEVs dips despite record-high registration volumes

How are UK organisations making electrification decisions?

When researching the status of electrification progress for UK organisations, Drax asked respondents about the information they were basing decisions on

Heat pump grant applications increase by 75%

The government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme has seen an increase in demand for heat pumps, with applications soaring by 75% in February compared to the previous year

Which three factors determine the EV partner that UK businesses choose?

Price, value and quality are the three most important factors when UK businesses are considering an electrification partner, according to the latest research from Drax. But what’s the story behind the headline?

National Grid boss proposes future ultra high voltage grid

John Pettigrew, CEO of National Grid, has unveiled plans for an ultra high voltage onshore transmission network at the Aurora Spring Forum