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CfD AR7 offshore wind results and the road to clean power

The initial results of the latest allocation round for the CfD auctions have been hailed as a milestone for the UK’s ambitions for clean power, energy independence and lower bills. Business Development Manager, James Clark looks at the implications for the energy sector as it awaits the next set of results.  

Industry insights 21 Jan, 2026 6 min

SmartestEnergy wins the 2025 Fast Payers Award from Good Business Pays

Paying suppliers fast isn’t just good practice—it’s a real-world commitment to the businesses we rely on. Head of Financial Operations, James Millard, shares why SmartestEnergy’s approach to paying suppliers fast and on time has been recognised with the 2025 Fast Payers Award from Good Business Pays—and what it means for our suppliers, our teams, and the standards we’re committed to maintaining.

Industry insights 08 Jan, 2026 9 min

The changing indexation for FiT and RO: What it means for generators and investor confidence

The UK government is proposing changing the inflation indexation calculation for the Renewables Obligation (RO) and Feed-in Tariffs (FiT) schemes, from the Retail Price Index (RPI) to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Matt Neve, Portfolio Team Manager, explores what this means for generators and investors in the UK.  

Regulatory updates 16 Dec, 2025 4 min

SmartestEnergy secures major PPA contract with CWP Energy, providing route to market for UK’s fourth largest onshore wind farm

SmartestEnergy Limited has partnered with CWP Energy on a hybrid Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the Sanquhar II Wind Farm, marking the beginning of a strong partnership and cementing their shared mission to meet the UK’s clean energy goals.

Company news 10 Dec, 2025 4 min

EU CBAM-Aligned PPAs: UK Cement and Fertiliser must prepare for a “no exemption” start

Katya De Vere Walker, Head of Net Zero Policy & GEM regulation, explores the implications of EU CBAM for the UK’s cement and fertiliser industries and the potential role of renewable Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) reinforced with Energy Attribute Certificates (EACs) for indirect emissions reporting

Industry insights 03 Dec, 2025 3 min
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