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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.

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%.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.