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The latest data from MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), the standards organisation for homegrown renewable energy and heating technology across the UK, shows that homeowners in the UK are switching to renewables and installing low carbon energy and heating technologies in record numbers. So far, in 2023, a total of 220,500 MCS-certified installations have been registered, surpassing…
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Image: E-REDES Portuguese network operator E-REDES has announced surpassing the 5.5 million smart meter mark with meters with active remote services. This corresponds to a coverage of 80% of customers in mainland Portugal. In total, there are almost 5.6 million smart meters installed and 90% of the equipment is already under remote management, allowing automatic…
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Image: OpenADR Alliance The OpenADR Alliance has launched OpenADR 3.0 to support utilities to manage the growing range of distributed energy resources. OpenADR 3.0 is designed to provide secure, fast and reliable two-way information exchange for utilities with simple communications needs such as dynamic pricing and event signals. With OpenADR 3.0, device and equipment manufacturers…
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In its final determination of Network Rail’s funding for Control Period 7 (2024-2029) (CP7), the Office of Rail and Road (ORR) says Network Rail must continue its efficiency initiatives to deliver the ambitious CP7 plan, and to deliver the best value within the available funding for CP7. The ORR also says the efficiency target of…
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Functionality and versatility are the hallmarks of Ansell Lighting’s new ZLED Linear Opti-X high and low bay light. Dual switches enable the output to be changed between 100W, 150W and 200W, and the beam to be angled between four options – 35° x 85°, 95° x 115°, 65° x 110° and 50° x 100°. This means if…
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Liquid flow meter specialist Titan Enterprises, has achieved a 33% increase in sales revenue over the last 2 years. With momentum continuing across the 3 key regions – UK, Europe and the USA – Titan looks set to reach a similar level by the end of the 2023/24 fiscal year. A UK-based manufacturer specialising in…
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A renewables specialist in Suffolk has transformed the sustainability credentials of a spacious three-bedroom self-build property in Peasenhall by fitting a new air source heat pump. The 2,600ft2 self-build property, built by owners Jonathan and Emma Hayes, required a heating system capable of improving energy efficiency while being suitable for off-grid applications. Another significant requirement…
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A specialist compact linear multihead weigher from Ishida Europe is providing a fast and efficient solution for the weighing of nuts into pots at one of Norway’s leading confectionery and snacks manufacturers. The Ishida CCW-R2-108PL at family-owned Brynild Gruppen’s factory in Fredrikstad is the ninth weigher to be installed, continuing a successful partnership between the…
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From left: Christine Westphal (Bakels); Viv Ryan (Bakels); Mohammed Mohammed (Bakels); Jarka Glassey (Newcastle University); Gary Montague (Teeside University) Posted: 13 December 2023 Share this page British Bakels, the Bicester-based bakery ingredients manufacturer, has been awarded the Process Automation and Digitisation Award at the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE) Global Awards, which was held at…
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The female-led team at London-based wine startup, NICE, will see it launch its first ever, lower ABV Session Wine in January 2024. The wine will be available exclusively from the NICE website and to the on trade in 75cl bottles (RRP £10). NICE is recognised for innovating in formats such as can, box, and on…
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