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Billions in Grid Connection Rebates Going Unclaimed as UK Developers Miss Out on ‘Free Money’

Vattenfall IDNO’s new consultancy service aims to close the knowledge gap after 65% of decision-makers admit they’ve never heard of IDNOs.

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Case Study: Vattenfall IDNO Cuts Grid Connection Costs by 95% for Student Housing Development in Bath

The combination of a competitive Asset Adoption Value and a transparent tendering process helped Alumno reduce connection costs by an astonishing 95%.

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Vattenfall IDNO launches Simple Grid Consultancy as connection delays become the leading risk to UK construction projects

New consultancy service supports developers through grid connection challenges, offering expert guidance to avoid the costs and pitfalls delaying UK project delivery.

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The Great British Energy Act 2025: A role for IDNOs in delivering clean energy infrastructure

Vattenfall IDNO’s Suzanna Lashford outlines the overlooked role of IDNOs in the UK’s clean energy legislation

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Vattenfall partners with Netcontrol UK to enhance network automation for IDNO customers

Vattenfall IDNO announces partnership with Netcontrol UK to implement a cutting-edge network automation system.

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How Vattenfall IDNO collaborates with ICPs to Deliver Better Networks — Faster

Vattenfall IDNO is not exclusively partnered with any ICPs but builds trusted, long-term relationships with a network of connection providers to get sites connected faster.

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Watch-on-demand Webinar: Cost Effective Grid Connections for EV and EHGV Charging Hubs

Gary Jacobs explains how Vattenfall IDNO supports EV and EHGV charging hub developers to deliver cost effective grid connections.

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Powering Up Faster: How an Integrated Team Leads to a Faster Grid Connection

Want to get your site connected to the electricity grid without delays? Don’t go it alone! Grid connections can be a bit like assembling a jigsaw puzzle — and choosing the right team can bri...

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Vattenfall IDNO electrifies world-leading immunotherapy research facility in Scotland

Vattenfall IDNO has successfully energised a new electrical grid connection for a pioneering immunology research facility near Glasgow, Scotland. 

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Onshore wind’s second chance in Britain

After years on pause, the UK’s onshore wind sector is making a comeback — with nearly 18 GW queued for connection and ambitious new grid reforms on the horizon. 

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