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The Ultimate Guide to Power / Energy

A curated UK edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Power / Energy.

What to know about Power / Energy

Power and energy are fundamental to the operation and advancement of modern technology and industry. This tag explores a wide range of topics, from renewable and green energy innovations to critical infrastructure like data centers and uninterruptible power systems (UPS). Understanding the latest developments in power management, sustainable energy solutions, and the challenges posed by increasing data demands is essential for businesses and technology professionals aiming to optimize efficiency and ensure continuity.

Readers will find insightful stories on cutting-edge power protection technologies, energy-efficient data center designs, advancements in battery storage, and the integration of AI and IoT in managing energy resources. Topics also cover large-scale renewable projects, the rise of sustainable microgrids, and the evolving landscape of energy security in the face of cyber threats and climate concerns. Engaging with these resources can help stakeholders adapt to emerging trends, reduce environmental impact, and capitalize on opportunities within the dynamic energy sector.

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Recent Power / Energy News

EU enlists Nvidia to boost AI research across Europe
Education, Learning & Training

EU enlists Nvidia to boost AI research across Europe

Researchers and startups could gain easier access to AI tools, training and European computing power as the Commission teams up with Nvidia.

2 days ago

IN2 Engineering buys YES Engineering in UK expansion
Sustainability

IN2 Engineering buys YES Engineering in UK expansion

The enlarged consultancy now has more than 100 staff and a stronger London base as demand rises for data centre and lower-carbon projects.

Last week

Submer launches Corenix modular data centre unit for AI
Modular data centre

Submer launches Corenix modular data centre unit for AI

The new venture aims to speed up AI infrastructure builds by factory-testing modular systems before they are shipped to customer sites.

Last week

Invertix joins Y Combinator as it targets UK market
Electricity

Invertix joins Y Combinator as it targets UK market

The move broadens access to its AI software for infrastructure operators, after Invertix raised €1.7 million in pre-seed funding and expanded beyond energy.

Last week

G+D joins CIRES project to bolster critical infrastructure
Unified Communications

G+D joins CIRES project to bolster critical infrastructure

The project aims to keep vital networks running through cyberattacks and outages by adding post-quantum security to eSIM and iSIM systems.

Last week

FormationQ & Hartree Centre back UK quantum adoption
Productivity

FormationQ & Hartree Centre back UK quantum adoption

A skills shortage is slowing quantum take-up in the UK, prompting a new partnership to help sectors move from trials to deployment.

Fri, 21st Aug 2026

Cyberattacks & ransomware surge in July, Check Point
Malware

Cyberattacks & ransomware surge in July, Check Point

Ransomware victims jumped 49% in July as organisations also endured 2,336 weekly cyberattacks and widening AI data exposure.

Fri, 14th Aug 2026

Cambridge Tech Week names five startup pitching finalists
Wearables

Cambridge Tech Week names five startup pitching finalists

The shortlist highlights UK startups in biotech, energy, health and AI as investors and buyers look for scalable technology beyond Cambridge.

Wed, 5th Aug 2026

Dropzone AI launches threat hunter for security teams
Security Information and Event Management

Dropzone AI launches threat hunter for security teams

Routine hunting can now be run in hours rather than days, helping security teams uncover intrusions and gaps they might otherwise miss.

Fri, 31st Jul 2026

Schneider Electric reports 3.69 sustainability Impact score
Energy efficient

Schneider Electric reports 3.69 sustainability Impact score

Its 2026 sustainability score of 3.69 keeps the group on track for a 4.20 target, as emissions and customer savings improved.

Fri, 31st Jul 2026

NTT DATA, ENGIE strike renewable power deal for data centres
Sustainability

NTT DATA, ENGIE strike renewable power deal for data centres

Long-term renewable supply is set to help NTT DATA expand AI-era data centres as grid constraints tighten across key European markets.

Wed, 29th Jul 2026

Teletrac Navman launches Energy Hub for mixed fleets
Productivity

Teletrac Navman launches Energy Hub for mixed fleets

Fleet managers gain a single view of charging, fuel and reimbursement data as mixed-energy operations grow more complex.

Tue, 28th Jul 2026

Wipro expands Databricks tie-up with new AI practice
IT services

Wipro expands Databricks tie-up with new AI practice

The move aims to help enterprises turn scattered AI pilots into production systems, with sector-specific tools for banking, telecoms and manufacturing.

Tue, 28th Jul 2026

Radix launches RUSH EMEA 2026 for industrial AI leaders
Manufacturing

Radix launches RUSH EMEA 2026 for industrial AI leaders

Industrial groups under pressure to prove returns from digital spending will gather in Amsterdam for a closed-door AI forum.

Sat, 25th Jul 2026

Cambridge releases open AI map of Earth's land surface
Big Data

Cambridge releases open AI map of Earth's land surface

Governments and researchers can now track land-use change, crop health and biodiversity globally without proprietary systems after Cambridge opened its dataset.

Fri, 24th Jul 2026

Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis
Software-as-a-Service

Novo Nordisk eyes faster drug approvals with Celonis

Better process visibility could help the Danish drugmaker shave 12 months or more off development, bringing medicines to patients sooner.

Thu, 23rd Jul 2026

Open Supply Hub joins GODIN with Wikimedia & Wikirate
Data sharing

Open Supply Hub joins GODIN with Wikimedia & Wikirate

The network's reach has widened into supply chains, sustainability and open knowledge as membership rises to 11 organisations.

Tue, 21st Jul 2026

LG beats 2030 emissions target in 2025 sustainability report
Energy efficient

LG beats 2030 emissions target in 2025 sustainability report

Energy use and waste recovery are ahead of schedule, with LG cutting operational emissions below its 2030 goal and lifting recycling to 97.3 per cent.

Tue, 21st Jul 2026

NVIDIA touts Blackwell's AI efficiency gains in racks
Energy efficient

NVIDIA touts Blackwell's AI efficiency gains in racks

Energy and cooling limits are becoming the real bottleneck for AI operators, as NVIDIA says Blackwell racks can lift output within fixed power budgets.

Thu, 16th Jul 2026

New Zealand storage investment hinges on bankability
Climate change

New Zealand storage investment hinges on bankability

Financing for batteries is being shaped by predictable revenue and grid access, leaving New Zealand behind larger storage markets.

Wed, 15th Jul 2026

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