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2025 was a year of significant change in the energy industry, with GB Connections Reform (CMP 434 and CMP 435) overhauling the connections process for generation and large scale demand. With so much to keep track of last year, you’d be forgiven for having missed another code modification which was approved by Ofgem on 8th December – the same day that NESO announced the results of the CMP 434 queue formation process! CMP 448 introduces what is known as the Progression Commitment Fee (PCF): a new financial incentive (or financial burden, depending on your point of view) to be implemented in the reformed connection process from January 2026. But what is the PCF, and how might it affect your project?  What is the aim of the modification? The PCF aims to encourage projects which have accepted a Gate 2 offer to continue progressing to connection, preventing a backlog of stalled

After a long period of uncertainty, you might have just received your gated offer notification this week. If you were fortunate enough to get a Gate 2 notification for any of your projects you will be keen to get the offer accepted and crack on with developing the project as soon as possible – it’s as easy as that, right? …right?? In this edition of TNEI on Grid we dive into the expected contents of the updated gated offers and give you our top tips on what to look out for. Connections Reform Results On Monday (8th December), NESO announced the results of the new queue formation process, with the pipeline of generation and storage projects across Great Britain (GB) cut down to 283 GW from over 700 GW pre-connections reform. Some of the highlights: Batteries are around three time oversubscribed compared to the Clean Power 2030 target for 2035,

TNEI provided project management, planning and environmental services and support to Wilson Renewables III for an application for Section 36 consent for a 10-turbine onshore wind development named Bankend Rig III Wind Farm.  Bankend Rig III Wind Farm is located within an area of commercial forestry and open moorland approximately 4.75 km to the north of Muirkirk, South Lanarkshire and has a proposed total generating capacity of up to 66 MW (comprising 10 no. 6.6 MW wind turbines of up to 250 m to blade tip). The application was submitted under Section 36 of the Electricity Act 1989 and due to the nature and scale of the development, an EIA was required to be submitted as part of the application.   TNEI’s appointment on BERIII Wind Farm followed on from previous work which TNEI undertook in delivering Bankend Rig Wind Farm (an 11-turbine onshore wind development of up 14.3 MW which was energised in 2013) and Bankend

Dieter and Mustafa attended Enlit Europe in Bilbao on 18–19 November, an event that drew exceptional engagement from across the global energy sector. More than 15,000 professionals from 140 countries participated, including over 600 utilities from Europe and beyond. Across more than 200 conference sessions and themed exhibition zones, the programme focused on the sector’s most pressing priorities: decarbonisation, digitalisation, electrification, grid transformation, system resilience, and European competitiveness. Several UK organisations were prominently involved, presenting and exhibiting alongside international peers. A substantial portion of the exhibition showcased major European innovation projects, and it was encouraging to see UK companies and universities contributing meaningfully to multi-million-euro research and demonstration initiatives. The energy throughout the event was remarkable. One standout observation was the pace at which AI-driven innovation is advancing, propelled not only by commercial ambition but also by regulatory direction and strong funding mechanisms. It is already being deployed at scale

On Thursday, 13th November, TNEI Ireland was honoured with the Excellence in Renewable Services Award at the Irish Renewable Energy Awards 2025! Beneath the grand lights of the Royal Dublin Convention Centre, Ireland’s renewable energy community gathered for an unforgettable evening—an event brimming with anticipation, innovation, and no shortage of excitement. The room buzzed with the collective energy of leading organisations from across the wind, solar, storage, and renewable support services landscape. Among such inspiring company, hearing our name called was a moment we won’t soon forget. It marked not only a celebration of our work, but of our sector’s shared commitment to building a cleaner, brighter future for Ireland. Our nomination—and this award—were thoughtfully reviewed by a distinguished panel of industry experts who brought their own seasoned perspectives. To each of them, we extend our heartfelt thanks. We would also like to offer a heartfelt thank-you to the wonderful

On 23rd October at the 2025 SAWEA Industry Awards Ceremony, TNEI Africa celebrated winning the Exceptional Service Provider Award. “This award celebrates those in the wind sector who go above and beyond the call of duty. Whether in construction, operations, maintenance, consulting, or project support, these pros keep the turbines turning and the projects on track. They prove that in a sector driven by wind, it’s outstanding service that really delivers the power.” We are exceptionally proud of our team for achieving this prestigious recognition and remain steadfast in our commitment to enabling the successful commercial operation of wind farms throughout South Africa. With the release of the updated South African Integrated Resource Plan, forecasting 34 GW of onshore wind capacity to be connected by 2039, TNEI Africa is fully prepared to continue delivering expert technical support and addressing the complex grid challenges that accompany the country’s ambitious energy transition.