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Matthew Lynas
Matthew Lynas joined pv magazine as features editor in 2023. An experienced business-to-business journalist, Matthew is responsible for features in our monthly global print title. Previously, he served as editor of a leading UK retail magazine, covering a broad range of issues including sustainability projects in the grocery and FMCG sectors.
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UK grid operator denies blackout risks during extreme heat event
Grid operator denies allegations of a security cover but launches independent investigation, citing serious nature of concerns raised by former UK energy minister Claire Coutinho. Member of Parliament says whistleblowers allege interference with control room engineering decisions, and management pressure to hide information on grid security.
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GameChange targets 30% of revenue from beyond solar trackers within three years
International CEO Vikas Bansal tells pv magazine the company established its transformer and combiner box manufacturing lines in response to customer demand, while setting out ambitions to be part of an electrons entire journey from when it leaves the PV module.
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UK scraps mandatory consultations for large-scale solar planning
Removing pre-application consultation requirement could accelerate planning application timelines by up to 12 months, according to the UK government. Separate move to quash meritless planning appeals has already protected one large-scale solar project from a lengthy legal battle.
UK CfD price ceiling and new auction framework for solar revealed
Government publishes administrative prices for eighth allocation round (AR8), new auction pot structure, and adds an extra delivery year for solar and onshore wind. Load factors remain the same across technologies, but applicants will need a grid connection agreement to proceed.
Ofgem approves rule changes for UK frequency response markets
The UK energy regulator signed off on two tranches of rule changes coming into effect in July 2026 and January 2027. Revised rules include tying Dynamic Response availability to notification data in balancing market. A tiered penalty regime for assets that do not meet availability target was rejected but could be revived.
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EU approves 45 GW energy storage target in bid to reduce gas exposure
Tripartite agreement puts new energy storage obligations on 22 member states, while renewable and energy storage developers commit to robust deployment pipeline, and multinational investors prepare to assign more capital to segment. More funds for EU manufacturing anticipated plus significant C&I segment expansion.
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