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Energy overtakes compute as UK AI data centre constraint

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UK data centre leaders warn that surging AI demand is pushing energy use, grid access and sustainability to the fore as operators rethink expansion plans.
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OpenSilver 3.3 brings native Blazor into XAML apps

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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OpenSilver 3.3 lets developers embed native Blazor components directly into XAML apps, unifying web and desktop UI workflows.
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OpenSilver 3.3 brings native Blazor into XAML apps

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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software development
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OpenSilver 3.3 lets developers embed native Blazor components in XAML apps, uniting WPF-style UI with the Blazor ecosystem.
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Snowflake unveils AI Data Cloud 'Energy Solutions'

Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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Snowflake launches Energy Solutions for its AI Data Cloud, unifying energy sector data to modernise grid planning and asset management.
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Virtualised grid protection proves effective in UK energy sector

Thu, 4th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
National Grid and GE Vernova's trial of LF Energy SEAPATH shows virtualised protection can lower costs and boost efficiency in the UK's power grid.
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ABB & Oktogrid launch transformer monitoring solution

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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ABB Electrification Service and Oktogrid have unveiled TRAFCOM, a pioneering digital monitoring solution for transformers aimed at modernising power grids.
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West London tech sector threatened by power shortages

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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power / energy
Power shortages risk stalling West London's tech boom, warns Aggreko. Energy solutions like battery storage and advanced generators are critical for new data centre projects.
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AutoStore unveils multi-temperature solution for warehouse grids

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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datacentre infrastructure
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supply chain
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power / energy
AutoStore introduces new grid capabilities including a Multi-Temperature Solution for frozen and chilled environments, enhancing warehouse efficiency and safety.
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Fundamentals unveils Total Voltage Control for power grids

Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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power / energy
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risk & compliance
Fundamentals has launched Total Voltage Control, a groundbreaking suite designed to enhance voltage management across complex power grids amid the energy transition.
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EU data centres face energy hurdles, Aggreko suggests fixes

Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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power / energy
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Aggreko's new whitepaper highlights Europe's data centre energy challenges, proposing greener solutions like BESS and NGG to tackle grid delays and environmental woes.
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EPOS extends Global Audio Partner tenure with Aston Martin F1 Team

Tue, 12th Dec 2023
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EPOS deepens its ties with the Aston Martin F1 Team, bolstering race operations as their extended Global Audio Partner.
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Smart utilities and cities will need initiatives to drive projects

Tue, 16th May 2023
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One of the biggest challenges today is how the infrastructure industry can create a new energy future to become more efficient, affordable, and sustainable.