News Archive
Scottish Offshore Wind: Creating an Industry
26/08/2010Scotland’s economy could benefit significantly from the development of an offshore wind industry, a report prepared by IPA Energy + Water Economics found. The study, led by IPA’s Alice Waltham and Susanne Velke, was commissioned by Scottish Renewables and Scottish Enterprise and has draw
Irish Companies Target Multi Billion International Green Stimulus Packages
19/04/2010Irish Companies Target Multi Billion International Green Stimulus Packages Over 70 Irish CleanTech Companies Attend Enterprise Ireland International Seminar 13 April 2010Alice Waltham of IPA Energy + Water Economics advised Irish businesses thinking of entering the UK market at a conferenc
Tender for the Luganville Electricity Concession
09/03/2010Electricity services for the town of Luganville, the main urban centre on the island of Espiritu Santo, are supplied under a concession contract which is due to expire on 31st December 2010. The Government of Vanuatu is therefore inviting interested parties to qualify for participation in a tender t
No business like snow business
08/01/2010Bloomberg today reported that two of Germany's power providers have staff on call in anticipation of major snowstorms. Speaking to IPA's Kim Keats, he explained that the priority throughout the cold weather will be to keep households heated and that&nbs
IPA appointed as advisors on first IPPs in Libya
09/12/2009IPA supported by the law firm Norton Rose have been appointed to advise on the implementation of the first IPPs in Libya. IPA are acting as financial and economic advisors to the state utility GECOL. Two projects are being developed to bring best international practices in operation, management, pro
When will water competition get going?
27/10/2009IPA's Darren Nelson writes in this month's Utility Week that water competition will start to be facilitated, in at least retail, by Christmas 2010, however Wics' Alan Sutherland believes things will not really change until 2014. To read both sides of the argument click here.
Market Mechanisms Presentation - Breman, Germany
22/10/2009On October 15th 2009, Alice Waltham presented a paper on the rules and mechanisms for integrating wind power in electricity markets at the 8th International Workshop on Large-Scale Integration of Wind Power into Power Systems and Transmission Networks for Offshore Wind Farms in Bremen, Germany. To v
Economic Modelling for Gas-to-Power Projects Presentation, London, 11th-12th November
19/10/2009Economic Modelling for Gas-to-Power Projects covering various commercial and methodological issues, including integration with financial models will be the focus of Nazim Osmancik's presentation at "Financial Modelling in the Oil and Gas Industry" conference organised by the SMI Grou
Grid Integration of Renewable Energy Summit - November 4-5, Amsterdam
15/10/2009Peter Bedson, managing director of IPA Energy + Water Economics will be speaking at Grid Integration of Renewable Energy Summit – November 4-5, 2009, Amsterdam Bringing together best practice from across the EU on effective management and installation of renewable energy sources onto
PowerView October 2009 Available Now
14/10/2009IPA’s latest GB power market analysis suggests that the proposed Renewables Obligation change is likely to stimulate moves towards a low carbon power sector…assuming sufficient capital is available to make the required investments. In mid-July, the Government published its strateg
Domestic energy bills to rise by 25% by 2020!
09/10/2009Ofgem have today published a comprehensive review of Britain’s energy supplies entitled Project Discovery, in which they have identified the likelihood of domestic energy bills rising by 14-25% in real terms by 2020, in order to help meet climate change targets and secure supplies. This
IPA hosts Kosovo System and Market Operator (KOSTT) Study Tour.
06/10/2009Kosovo System and Market Operator (KOSTT) Study Tour.In January 2009 an EU funded project entitled “Assistance to the Kosovo Transmission System and Market Operator (KOSTT)” was launched. With a two year duration, the project will deliver a programme of support to KOSTT, unbundled
Northern Emirates - a region still in the dark!
01/10/2009Douglas Caskie, Associate Director of Gas Economics at IPA Energy + Water Economics speaks to Hugh Naylor of the National regarding Northern Emirates businesses and residences being left in the dark as a result of a lack of access to the Federal Electricity and Water Authority grid and wha
The Rules and Mechanisms for Integrating Wind Power in Electricity Markets
30/09/2009On October 15th 2009, Alice Waltham will be speaking on the rules and mechanisms for integrating wind power in electricity markets at the 8th International Workshop on Large-Scale Integration of Wind Power into Power Systems and Transmission Networks for Offshore Wind Farms in Bremen, Germany. For t
Qatar seeks gas pipeline to Turkey
28/09/2009Qatar has proposed a new gas pipeline to Turkey in a sign it is looking to expand its export plans. IPA's Douglas Caskie contributes to this article in Abu Dhabi's The National.
UK Wide Blackouts - How Likely?
01/09/2009The period shortly after 2015 has, by the electricity industry, long been recognised as being a critical one and although risks do exist steps are definitely in hand to ensure the lights do stay on and “70’s style power cuts” are averted. Click here to read full release.
PowerReview 2008-2009 Published!
30/08/2009IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the publication of PowerReview 2008-09. PowerReview provides comprehensive analysis of Great Britain power market data from April 2008 to March 2009. PowerReview will be of interest to utilities, independent generators, traders, investors and anyo
Sharjah swelters in the dark
28/08/2009Sharjah, UAE has been experiencing ongoing power failures resulting in black outs and sweltering temperatures. The local power authority put this down to a breakdown at the powerplant but in today's National, IPA associate director, Douglas Caskie discusses other reasons why these power failures ar
Winds of Change
17/07/2009Over £50 billion of investment will be required if the Government is to increase the renewable component in the electricity generation mix from 5.5% to 30% by 2020. In the Winds of Change IPA Energy + Water Economics analyses the steps that will be required in a number of areas to facilitate a
The Law of Unintended Consequences
17/07/2009The Government’s introduction in the Budget on 22 April of an enhanced ROC regime for offshore wind projects commissioning in the near future was intended to stimulate investment in the face of rising costs. It clearly did its job – within a month of the announcement DONG Energy, E.ON UK
Powerview July 2009 Available
14/07/2009PowerView provides a quarterly insight into the key drivers which are expected to impact on the electricity sector over the next 25 years including: energy commodity markets, UK and EU regulatory and legislative developments, and power station closures and deployment of new technology. It includes l
Fundamentals of Financial Power Market Modelling - Free Webinar!
25/06/2009On Thursday 25th June at 1330, IPA Energy + Water Economics consultant Nazim Osmancik will co-host a webcast on the Fundamentals of Power Market Modeling with Financial Mechanics. All participants will have the opportunity to put questions to Nazim so for the opportunity to take part read on ...The
Ofgem accepts IPA Energy + Water Economics recommendations
11/06/2009In December 2008 Ofgem asked IPA Energy + Water Economics to review requests for additional network reinforcement expenditure made by Gas Distribution Network Operators. In particular IPA Energy + Water Economics was asked to review a series of requests made by Sc
Scope for demonstrating CCS in the East of England
01/06/2009IPA Energy + Water Economics, in consortium with Senergy Alternative Energy and Atkins Boreas, has just completed a study for the East of England Regional Development Agency (EEDA) looking at the scope for a regional demonstration of Carbon Capture and Storage (CC
Get into Renewables !!
01/06/2009Alice Waltham of IPA Energy + Water Economics Sustainable Energy and Carbon team is featured in the Scottish Renewables’ new careers guide Get into Renewables. If you are interested in applying for an internship with us, please visit the Join Us section of our website for more information
Scope for demonstrating CCS in the East of England
01/06/2009IPA Energy + Water Economics, in consortium with Senergy Alternative Energy and Atkins Boreas, has just completed a study for the East of England Regional Development Agency (EEDA) looking at the scope for a regional demonstration of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).The project included a detailed s
IPA comment on Kurdish Gas Project
26/05/2009Deyary Rakhtawan, of IPA Energy + Water Economics, Abu Dhabi comments on the Kurdish Gas project's importance beyond the economics of gas supply to Europe in one ofthe middle east's leading publications.
IPA Analysis Used in New Report by WWF on Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
22/05/2009WWF have today published a report entitled “Carbon choices - options for demonstrating carbon capture and storage on the UK power sector” addressing the UK Government’s CCS demonstration competition, based on analysis commissioned from IPA Energy + Water Economics. Using our propri
Scottish Heat Report Published
14/05/2009The IPA Energy + Water Economics study into the renewable heat industry in Scotland for Scottish Renewables has been published. The results are available on the Scottish Renewables website or by clicking here.
Saudi Arabia, Power and Water; 2009 and Beyond
04/05/2009Graham Clevett will be joined by Paddy Padmanathan, Chief Executive Officer, ACWA Power Projects and Richard Bacos, Chairman, SETE Energy Saudia for Industrial Projects amongst other industry figures on the Power and Water; 2009 and beyond panel at the Euromoney Conference in Saudi Arabia on Wednesd
Building Britain’s (Low Carbon) Future
23/04/2009IPA Director Peter Bedson and Renewables consultant Alice Waltham discuss Alistair Darling’s first “carbon” budget as highlighted in the Budget delivered on April 22nd. See our publications.
IPA Energy + Water Economics to run Financial Modelling Short Course, London.
22/04/2009Nazim Osmancik will run the “Financial Modeling Short Course Using a Simple Power Market Model” together with John Richter of Financial Mechanics as part of the SMI – Financing Nuclear Power conference in London between 20-21 May 2009.
The effects of the recession on 6 of the UK's leading electricity suppliers.
14/04/2009New Publication – In an article for New Power magazine, Associate Director Kim Keats Martinez and Jose Lopez investigate the possible effects the current recession is having on 6 of the UK’s leading electricity suppliers, namely Centrica, EDF, Eon, RWE, Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE)
IPA Energy + Water Economics is pleased to announce the release of the April 2009 edition of its PowerView report on the wholesale electricity market in Great Britain
09/04/2009PowerView provides a quarterly insight into the key drivers which are expected to impact on the electricity sector over the next 25 years including: energy commodity markets, UK and EU regulatory and legislative developments, and power station closures and deployment of new technology. It includes l
Effective Solutions to the Challenges in Nuclear Development in CEE
27/03/2009Kim Keats will be addressing the Central & Eastern European Nuclear Development conference in Warsaw, June 30th – July 31st, on the most effective solutions as to the challenges facing nuclear development in the CEE. Some of the challenges Kim will cover include assessing the competitivene
Optimal & Desirable Trade Offs at a Catchment Scale
27/03/2009John Joyce will deliver a presentation on the optimal and desirable trade-offs at a catchment scale when aiming to restore a quantitative balance in a river system. John will be speaking at this conference: http://www.therrc.co.uk/pdf/conferences/programme_09.pdf on the 2nd April 2009.
Energy Community Accept IPA Energy + Water Economics Tariff Study
26/03/2009The Energy Community commissioned IPA Energy + Water Economics in August 2008 to undertake a review of electricity tariffs across seven contracting partners of the Energy Community and four observer countries. The study has been accepted by the Energy Community and a copy of the study can be viewed
2,000 Sustainable Jobs in Scotland by 2020
18/03/2009Presenting at the Scottish Renewables annual conference, Alice Waltham delivered the findings of a short study into the renewable heat industry in Scotland. Alice reported that “the research indicates that, based on current installed cost for renewable energy technology, reaching 11% renewable
Scope for Renewables in the Central and Eastern European Region
26/02/2009Kim Keats led the session on the Scope for Renewables in the Central and Eastern European Region at Euromoney’s 3rd Renewable Energy Finance Forum Central and Eastern Europe in Prague, The Czech Republic. The conference stood under the scheme of identifying cleantech investment opportunities i
Mashreq Region Energy Tariffs and Investment Round Table
11/02/2009Over 200 government officials, energy regulators, staff of oil, gas and electricity companies, and IFIs [including the World Bank and European Investment Bank] attended the Mashreq Region Energy Tariffs and Investment Round Table in Cairo. High level speakers came from the European Commission; the E
The Role of Nuclear in the CEE Power Generation Mix
02/02/2009Kim Keats spoke about the Role of Nuclear in the Central & East European Power Generation Mix at Platt’s 3rd Annual Central and Eastern European Power Conference in Warsaw, Poland. The conference addressed the most critical issues the region’s power industry is facing today in genera
Key issues in regulating gas distribution systems
25/01/2009Ian Benfield spoke about the "Key issues in regulating gas distribution systems" on the opening day of the "City Gas MENA 2009" Conference in Abu Dhabi. Ian with colleague Jim Deacons then ran a half-day workshop on the development of gas distribution systems, including design an
New January 2009 Powerview Report Available now
10/01/2009The latest Powerview quarterly report covering power and gas market prospects in the UK is available to purchase now. Click here to find out more.
3rd International Conference on the Integration of Renewable and Distributed Energy Resources, Nice
11/12/2008Alice Waltham gave a presentation at the above conference. Alice spoke about “Grid Access and Planning for Variable Energy Production”.
Published Report: "Innovative Electricity Markets"
10/11/2008The IEA-RETD (Renewable Energy Technology Deployment) aims to encourage accelerated international deployment of renewable energy. As part of this objective they recently commissioned a study by IPA Economics that seeks to indentify ways that countries can improve the incorporation of variable energy
IPA supports Masdar investment in the London Array offshore wind farm
16/10/2008Abu Dhabi’s renewable investment company Masdar has recently announced a partnership with German power company E.ON to develop the London Array. The deal gives Masdar a 20% stake in the development, while E.ON Energy holds 30% and DONG Energy 50%. Masdar is funded through the Mubadala sovereig
For ‘The World Tonight’ by BBC Radio 4
03/10/2008IPA supports Masdar investment in the London Array offshore wind farm:For ‘The World Tonight’ by BBC Radio 4, Peter Bedson, Managing Director of IPA, commented on the Severn Barrage– the world’s largest tidal power station proposed by the British Government.To listen to the p
IPA’s report on fuel poverty is hitting the news.
08/09/2008The report, produced for the National Housing Federation, UK, forecasted the impact of increasing energy prices on the levels of debt and fuel poverty amongst British households. Read more on the NHF homepage or Sky News.
IPA’s report on the “Relative economics of wind farm projects in the Scottish Islands
23/08/2008IPA’s report on the “Relative economics of wind farm projects in the Scottish Islands” stimulates again the debate on transmission subsidy for renewable electricity generation. Read more on Shetland-News.co.uk
Graham Jones has joined our Policy and Regulation team
14/07/2008IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce Graham Jones has joined our Policy and Regulation team in our Edinburgh office. If you would like to know more about Graham see his profile in the Key People section.
Africa Energy Forum, France
02/07/2008Douglas Caskie of IPA participated as chairman of the opening AfricaGas session “The Power of Gas: Fueling Demand” and functioned as expert panelist on the closing gas session “Gas Talk”. For more information visit http://www.energynet.co.uk/AEF/AEF2008/index.htm
The new IPA Power View report for Quarter II is now available.
01/07/2008Click here to go to the PowerView page.
New awarded project in the UK: Offshore wind supply chain analysis
30/06/2008In consortium with SgurrEnergy we will carry out an analysis of supply chain opportunities in offshore wind for Northern Way, which is made up of three Regional Development Agencies: ONE NorthEast, Yorkshire Forward and Northwest.
Published Report
26/06/2008The Department of Business Enterprise and Regulatory Reform has published an IPA Energy + Water Economics report on "The relative economics of wind farms projects in the Scottish Islands". Click here to read the report.
New awarded project in UK/Gabon: Contract Due Diligence
16/06/2008We will support an Aim-listed independent upstream oil and gas producer to evaluate its future financial commitments under a suite of contracts. We will provide risk assessment of the key contract escalation provisions as well as forecasting and advise on various US and European price indices.
Mike Begley has joined our Regulation Team
16/06/2008IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce Mike Begley has joined our Regulation Team. He has over 20 years experience in energy regulation and finance.
Maria Peers has joined us as Associate Director and Head of IPA’s Public Sector Services
01/06/2008IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce Maria Peers has joined us as Associate Director and Head of IPA’s Public Sector Services practice in our Edinburgh office.
New awarded project in Oman: Residual Valuation of the Salalah IWPP
29/05/2008We will support a bidder of the Salalah Integrated Water and Power Project (IWPP) while preparing long-term water and electricity dispatch and capacity expansion models to allow the bidder and its lenders to take a view on the residual cash flows of this IWPP after the expiry in 2025 of its Power an
New awarded project in the UK: Utility Cost Study Relating to Stansted Airport
28/05/2008We will provide an assessment of forecast utility costs at BAA’s London Stansted over the five year period commencing April 2009, to support and inform the Competition Commission’s statutory review of the price control for the airport.
New awarded project in Oman: Sohar Integrated Water and Power Project Initial Public Offering
07/05/2008In cooperation with Bank Muscat we will prepare a report allowing potential investors to take a view on the residual cashflow of Suez’s Independent Water and Power Project after the expiry in 2022 of its Power and Water Purchase Agreement with Oman’s Power and Water Procurement Company.
IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the publication of PowerReview 2007-08.
05/05/2008IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the publication of PowerReview 2007-08. Click here to go to the PowerReview page.
New awarded project in the UK: Waste Treatment Plant Economic Analysis
16/04/2008We will provide a forecast of revenues associated with a proposed Energy from Waste plant over the period 2008 to 2031. The report will also provide guidance on Power Purchase Agreements and advice on connections to the relevant distribution network.
New awarded project in Greece: PPC Industrial Sales Contract Advice
14/04/2008We will advise the Public Power Company of Greece, the largest power generator with a fully owned power transmission system, with the development of a methodology and tools for structuring electricity supply contracts for high voltage customers, including prices, duration and terms. Upon the complet
The April update of IPA's PowerView report is now available.
07/04/2008Click here to go to the PowerView page.
MEED Middle East Power and Water Conference 2008
18/03/2008Douglas Caskie of IPA gave a presentation on Regional Gas Availability at the above conference.
New awarded project in Malta: Legal and Financial Advisory Services for LNG/ CNG Imports
07/03/2008We will advise Enemalta on legal, financial and commercial issues on the importation of natural gas to refuel their power plants. While the Penspen Group will provide engineering support, we will lead the entire process from evaluating potential gas suppliers, drafting the GSPA, providing decision s
New awarded project in Nigeria: Bilabri Field Development Planning
05/03/2008We will lead a Field Development Plan for two offshore gas fields in the Gulf of Guinea. While PGL Synergy generates engineering support, we provide the economic appraisal, commercial evaluation and project structuring.
7th Annual Carbon Investment Forum, London
25/02/2008Kim Keats, Associate Director, will be speaking as well as acting as moderator at a round table session on ‘Innovating by investing in technology’ at this forum. The conference will provide a full, up-to-date picture of the most critical developments in European and international carbon
PowerGen Middle East 2008, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia
04/02/2008Amr Ibrahim spoke at the PowerGen conference in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia. The conference was about meeting the growing power and water demands of the Middle East. The title of Amr's presentation was 'Regulatory Challenges to Cross Border Power Transfers and their Ramification to Other Transnational I
The Waste Management Forum Conference in London
25/01/2008Graham Clevett, Managing Consultant in IPA’s London office, spoke at The Waste Management Forum Conference in London on the topic “Does Carbon Finance Have A Role To Play In This Sector”.
IPA have had an article published in Platts PowerUK December Issue
17/12/2007IPA have had an article published in Platts PowerUK December Issue (no. 166) entitled "Coal's renaissance revisited" written by Michael Wagner, Associate Director, with research help from Suilven Weatherhead, Ken Miller and Daniel Jefferson.
IPA Energy + Water Consulting have changed name and are now called IPA Energy + Water Economics.
12/12/2007As from the 12th December, IPA Energy + Water Consulting have changed name and are now called IPA Energy + Water Economics.
Postponed to December 2008 - North African Power Industry Convention (NAPIC) Algiers, Algeria
10/12/2007Kim Keats, Associate Director, will be giving a presentation to demonstrate how better energy coordination across Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia could result in a significant windfall for all and thereby boost development of the region.
Russian Power Finance and Investment FORUM in Moscow, Russia
26/11/2007Kim Keats, Associate Director, will be speaking at this forum and his presentation will cover Consolidation of gas production and power generation assets. The conference looks to provide this year's most comprehensive perspective on funding for Russia's power infrastructure.
Graham Clevett has joined us in our London Office
12/11/2007IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce that Graham Clevett has joined us in our London Office as part of the International Infrastructure Analysis team as Managing Consultant. He previously served as a Principal at ICF International.
3rd Emerging Europe Energy Summit, Frankfurt, Germany
08/11/2007Kim Keats, Associate Director, gave a presentation during the Risk Management Solutions in the Emerging European Energy Sector, and acted as moderator in the same session. The 3rd Emerging Europe Energy Summit provides the audience with independent analysis and insights on the changing dynamics of e
Transmission & Distribution Challenges in the UK, London, UK
31/10/2007Michael Wagner, Associate Director, spoke on innovative electricity markets to incorporate variable production - how market systems could effectively incorporate variable sources of renewable energy.
London Energy Forum, London, UK
25/10/2007Michael Wagner, Associate Director, spoke at the forum on ‘Competitive Portfolio Investment under Uncertainty’. His presentation investigated the issues influencing the investment decisions of vertically integrated utilities, as they seek to optimise their portfolio supply/demand balance
London Energy Forum, London, UK
25/10/2007Michael Wagner, Associate Director, spoke at the forum on ‘Competitive Portfolio Investment under Uncertainty’. His presentation investigated the issues influencing the investment decisions of vertically integrated utilities, as they seek to optimise their portfolio supply/demand balance
Sustainable Development Commission regarding the Severn Barrage Proposals
12/10/2007IPA have been working with Black & Veatch producing a report for the Sustainable Development Commission regarding the Severn Barrage Proposals. Click here to read the report. Click here to see the Sustainable Development Commission's link to all activities on tidal power.
The October update of IPA's PowerView report is now available.
09/10/2007The October update of IPA's PowerView report is now available. Click here to go to the PowerView page.
IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the publication of PowerReview 2006-07
06/09/2007IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the publication of PowerReview 2006-07. To read the full release, click here.
IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce Kim Keats has joined us as Associate Director
05/09/2007IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce Kim Keats has joined us as Associate Director. He heads our International Infrastructure Modelling team in the new London office.
IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the opening of a London office
05/09/2007IPA Energy + Water Economics are pleased to announce the opening of a London office at 101 Wigmore Street. This will house our International Infrastructure Analysis team, which is led by Kim Keats, who has joined us from ICF consulting.
IPA have had an article published in Platts PowerUK August Issue
03/09/2007IPA have had an article published in Platts PowerUK August Issue (no. 162) entitled "Decision Time for Carbon Capture" written by Michael Wagner, Associate Director, and Alice Waltham.
African Energy Forum, Hamburg, Germany
27/07/2007The African Energy Forum gave seminars on energy access and the changing face of Africa’s gas sector. IPA’s Gas Economics department gave two presentations at the AEF Forum.
2nd Libyan International Water Symposium
17/07/20072nd Libyan International Water Symposium. Robert Yates spoke on Regulation and Private Sector Participation in the Water Sector.
Trans Saharan Gas Pipeline Conference, Brussels
09/07/2007Martin Byrnes and Douglas Caskie were members of an invited audience in Brussels at a TSGP promotional conference. The main purpose of the conference was to present the pipeline project, discuss its feasibility and attract potential investors. They also took part in round table discussions on pipeli
IPA advised the CAA on BAA's utility costs projection
11/04/2007The Civil Aviation Authority have now referred the British Airports Authority price control for Gatwick and Heathrow airports to the Competition Comission. IPA advised the CAA on BAA's utility costs projection and a copy of the report is on the CAA web site.
IPA has had several mentions in the press
28/03/2007Following a report for the WWF entitled 'UK Power Sector Emissions - targets or reality?' - IPA has had several mentions in the press, the links are below :WWFBBCIslamic Republic News AgencyThe Guardian EDIESky News
Financing Renewable Energy Projects Berlin
01/03/2007Financing Renewable Energy Projects Berlin, Germany. Brian Wharmby and Peter Bedson contributed to the round table discussion group at the Financing Renewable Energy Projects in Berlin.
IPA are acting as lead investment advisors on the privatisation of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria
15/02/2007IPA are acting as lead investment advisors on the privatisation of the Power Holding Company of Nigeria. Click here to go to the PHCN Privatisation website.
IPA’s Michael Wagner will talk about Carbon Trading
22/01/2007IPA’s Michael Wagner will talk about Carbon Trading at the Sustainability afternoon of Think 07, which takes please 1-3 May 2007 at ExCel, London.
The January update of IPA's PowerView report is now available
17/01/2007The January update of IPA's PowerView report is now available. PowerView includes detailed assumptions, and discusses the evolution of the industry over the forecast horizon, as it responds to emissions constraints, carbon trading, the development of renewable generation and the closure of nuclear
IPA will host a seminar on 1 March called Renewable Energy
10/01/2007In partnership with British Expertise and Booker Tate, IPA will host a seminar on 1 March called Renewable Energy: Saving the Planet?IPA’s Gareth Swales will discuss the key drivers behind this growth in renewable energy and how each of the different types are progressing, and Jonathan Innes,
IPA’s Regulatory Support Service
22/12/2006IPA’s Regulatory Support Service has a proven track record in helping utilities to meet the challenges of competition and the EU internal energy market framework, to effectively anticipate, manage and implement the associated regulatory changes and to position themselves to take advantage of n
The conference Financing Renewable Energy Projects is being sponsored by IPA
06/12/2006The conference Financing Renewable Energy Projects is being sponsored by IPA. In Berlin on 1-2 March 2007, the conference will cover the Latest Trends & Best Practices for Structuring, Funding and Executing Your Renewable Energy Projects – we look forward to seeing you there!
Economics of Co-firing and Implications of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme for the UK Power Generation Sector
24/11/2006The House of Commons library, responsible for compiling for the benefit of British Members of Parliament, have added two of IPA's reports to it's shelves; Economics of Co-firing and Implications of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme for the UK Power Generation Sector
IPA's Report for the DTI : The Economics of Co-Firing
14/11/2006IPA's Report for the DTI : The Economics of Co-Firing was covered by an article called "Biomass can be as cheap as chips" in the October issue of Platts Power UK
Britain's power-generators alone made a profit of around £800m
19/10/2006What Europe's failing effort to cut carbon emissions can teach California – read the Economist article which states “In power-generation (Europe's most-polluting industry) companies passed the price of carbon credits on to customers and pocketed the value of the allowances. According t
The Hydrogen Energy Group (HEG) report
11/10/2006The development of hydrogen fuel cells could net £500 million for the Scottish economy and sustain 10,000 jobs, according to a report published yesterday. The Hydrogen Energy Group (HEG) report details recommended actions to develop hydrogen and fuel cell capabilities in Scotland. Read IPA&rsq
IPA's report on the Economics of Co-firing is now available on the DTI website.
10/10/2006IPA's report on the Economics of Co-firing is now available on the DTI website.
Water is a key area for IPA Energy + Water Economics
01/10/2006Water is a key area for IPA Energy + Water Economics. Find out about our water experience on our updated water and wastewater page.
IPA Energy + Water Economics have been short-listed for two British International Expertise Awards
22/09/2006IPA Energy + Water Economics have been short-listed for two British International Expertise Awards "British Small Consultancy Firm of the Year 2005” and “British Individual of the Year 2005", organised by the bccb (British Consultants and Construction Bureau).
IPA's new training and development page
29/08/2006Updated this week, IPA's new training and development page reflects the diverse range and value of the training we offer, demonstrates our training approach and introduces our key training and development people.
IPA were asked to compile a study on Reducing the Cost of System Intermittency using Demand Side Control Measures
24/07/2006As part of the DTI’s Electricity Networks Strategy Group, IPA were asked to compile a study on Reducing the Cost of System Intermittency using Demand Side Control Measures. The findings are now available, click here to read.
The Energy Challenge – Energy Review 2006
24/07/2006The Energy Challenge – Energy Review 2006. IPA’s view on the energy review and the electricity industry.
The July update of IPA's PowerView report is now available
19/07/2006The July update of IPA's PowerView report is now available. PowerView includes detailed assumptions, and discusses the evolution of the industry over the forecast horizon, as it responds to emissions constraints, carbon trading, the development of renewable generation and the closure of nuclear and
Gaming Gases
08/07/2006Gaming Gases: Why a scheme designed to punish polluters is rewarding them – read the Economist article which list three major problems with the EU ETS “The first is the consequence of handing allowances free to existing polluters (a process known as “grandfathering”)…
Review of EU Electricity Markets
05/07/2006Review of EU Electricity Markets - New Report Available.
Coal's Renaissance
07/06/2006Coal's Renaissance - IPA's latest article published in Platts journal, now available.
Tories call for overhaul of emissions scheme based on IPA report
02/05/2006Tories call for overhaul of emissions scheme based on IPA report. Read the report which was published in January 2006.
IPA's latest article published in Platts and EAST Journal
28/04/2006Getting Value from Renewables, IPA's latest article published in Platts and EAST Journal - available in full.
IPA's April 2006 PowerView is available now
07/04/2006IPA's April 2006 PowerView is available now. PowerView includes detailed assumptions, and discussion the evolution of the industry over the forecast horizon, as it responds to emissions constraints, carbon trading, the development of renewable generation and the closure of nuclear and coal capacity
IPA's monthly briefing paper for March is now available
04/04/2006IPA's monthly briefing paper for March is now available. The newsletter provides a brief update of the key wholesale progressed within Great Britain, focusing on March 2006. Why not sign up to receive IPA publications straight to your Inbox - subscribe today.
IPA wins a project to support the new organisation
12/03/2006IPA wins a project to support the new organisation that will lead the way in developing gas markets and infrastructure in the region and in forging stronger links with gas markets in the European Union. The Euro-Arab Mashreq Gas Co-operation Centre was established as part of a regional project funde
IPA’s report on the EU ETS
09/01/2006IPA’s report on the EU ETS and the impact of Phase II allocations on investment and pricing within the power generation sector is now available on the DTI website.
IPA Energy + Water Economics have won their second British International Expertise Award
24/11/2005IPA Energy + Water Economics have won their second British International Expertise Award. At this year’s annual awards, organised by the bccb (British Consultants and Construction Bureau), IPA’s Peter Graham won "British Individual of the Year 2005" for their work on a Tariff P
