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Data Transfer
ElectraLink
www.electralink.co.uk
ElectraLink Ltd is the “Service Controller” responsible for the provision of the Data Transfer Service to all parties participating in the electricity retail market, under the terms of the Data Transfer Service Agreement.
Distributed Generation
Connecting A Microgeneration System to a Domestic or Similar Electrical Installation (in parallel with the mains supply)
Available from The Electrical Safety Council:
www.electricalsafetycouncil.org.uk/pdf/BestPracticeGuide3.pdf
Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations (ESQCR) The Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002 - Statutory Instrument Number 2665 -HMSO ISBN 0-11-042920-6
Available on BERR web site
www.dti.gov.uk/energy/reliability/quality-continuity-supply/regulations/page18957.html
BS EN 50160 Voltage characteristics of electricity supplied by public distribution systems
Available from BSI
www.bsi-global.com
BS 7671: 2001 Requirements for Electrical Installations IEE Wiring Regulations Sixteenth Edition.
Available from BSI
www.bsi.org.uk
Electricity Networks Strategy Group
www.ensg.gov.uk
Distribution Codes
The Distribution Code of the DNOs of Great Britain
www.dcode.org.uk
Grid Codes
a) The Grid Code for England and Wales
b) The Grid Code for Scotland
Available from Transmission System Operators in these areas:
a) National Grid Transco www.ngtgroup.com
b) Scottish Power www.scottishpower.co.uk
c) Scottish and Southern Energy www.scottish-southern.co.uk
Education
The Institution of Engineering & Technology
www.theiet.org
Boasts the largest professional engineering society in Europe. It promotes the advancement of electrical, electronic, software and manufacturing science and engineering.
IEE - Sector Panels page
www.iee.org/Policy/sectorpanels/
The IEE has set up a number of Sector Panels to assist in policy formation. The Sector Panels provide expert inputs and advice in responding to key Government consultations.
Education Resources from ENA Member Companies
CE Electric: The FuseBox
For younger visitors, The Fusebox area at the CE Electric website is packed full of games, activities and facts about electricity. Featuring Vic Voltage, Billy Brightspark and Lola Livewire.
Central Networks
Educating children to stay safe around electrical equipment is extremely important and Central Networks help to spread awareness of this through their two Power Discovery Truck that are available to visit schools across the whole of the region. The trucks are responsible for educating and spreading the message of staying safe around the network and reach around 18,000 children every year.
EDF Energy - Power Up
The EDF Energy Power Up website is designed to introduce the Key Stage 2 and 3 electricity curriculum in an engaging and exciting way. With lots of games and hidden treats, the Power Up website introduces students to the key concepts of electricity and basic electrical safety in a positive friendly environment.
Scottish Power
Useful teaching themes to help encourage children to think about electrical hazards plus leaflets and brochures from the existing SP PowerSystems range.
National Grid
Educational information from the National Grid.
United Utilities: Education & Training Resource Homepage
United Utilities offer a range of education resources for teachers and students. They have divided the resources into the National Curriculum Key Stages to help you find what you want more easily.
Europe
Eurelectric
www.eurelectric.org
Association representing the common interests of the European Electricity Industry and its worldwide affiliates and associates.
The European Union (EU)
www.europa.eu.int/pol/ener/index_en.htm
Activities of the European Union - Energy section
Gas
Society of British Gas Industries
www.sbgi.org.uk
The Society of British Gas Industries, established in 1905, is the only trade association covering the whole of the onshore gas industry.
xoserve Limited
www.xoserve.com
xoserve Limited manages the complex commercial interfaces between the major gas transporters operating in Britain and their customers.
Government
Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform (BERR)
www.berr.gov.uk
BERR helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government.
Environment Agency
www.environment-agency.gov.uk
Leading public body responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales.
Ofgem
www.ofgem.gov.uk
Ofgem is the regulator for Britain's gas and electricity industries. Its role is to promote choice and value for all customers.
Office For The Regulation Of Electricity & Gas
http://ofreg.nics.gov.uk
OFREG, are the administration team who support the Northern Ireland Authority for Energy Regulation (NIAER), an independent public body set up to ensure the effective regulation of the Electricity and Gas industries in Northern Ireland.
Environmental Organisations
Combined Heat & Power Association
www.chpa.co.uk
The Combined Heat & Power Association works to promote the wider use of combined heat and power and community heating. Clean and efficient Combined Heat and Power (CHP) is already in use on close to 1,400 locations around the UK.
Energy Saving Trust
www.est.org.uk
Non-profit organisation funded by Government and the private sector. Set up by the UK Government after the 1992 Rio Earth Summit they are one of the UK's leading organisations addressing the damaging effects of climate change.
Future Energy Solutions
www.future-energy-solutions.com
Work with UK Government to help set and implement future policy and provide strategic advice to help businesses meet energy and environmental targets.
Friends of the Earth
www.foe.co.uk
Largest international network of environmental groups - represented in over 70 countries. One of the leading environmental pressure groups in the UK. A unique network of campaigning local groups, working in more than 200 communities in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
The World Energy Efficiency Association
www.weea.org
WEEA is a private, non-profit organization composed of developed and developing country institutions and individuals charged with increasing energy efficiency.
UK Business Council for Sustainable Energy (UKBCSE)
www.bcse.org.uk/ukbcse/home/home.shtml
The UK Business Council for Sustainable Energy has been created to bring together the key players in the energy sector in order to develop an effective dialogue with Government that can help stengthen the UK's strategic agenda for sustainable energy.
Health & Safety
Electrical Safety Council
www.electricalsafetycouncil.org.uk
The Electrical Safety Council is an independent charity committed to reducing deaths and injuries through electrical accidents at home and at work. They are supported by all sectors of the electrical industry as well as local and central government and work to promote safety and good practice.
Health & Safety Executive
www.hse.gov.uk
The HSE is responsible for the regulation of almost all the risks to health and safety arising from work activity in Britain.
Health & Safety Executive - Electrical Safety at Work
www.hse.gov.uk/electricity/index.htm
Electrical safety at work guidance from the HSE.
International Organisations
AFAQ-EAQA
www.eaqa.co.uk
One of the largest accredited certification bodies in the world. They certify organisations to internationally recognised standards such as quality and environmental management systems.
CIGRE: International Council on Large Electric Systems
www.cigre.org
Based in France, CIGRE facilitates and develops the exchange of engineering knowledge and information, between engineering personnel and technical specialists in all countries as regards generation and high voltage transmission of electricity. International Electrotechnical Commission - The leading global organization that prepares and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and related technologies.
International Energy Agency
www.iea.org
The IEA is intergovernmental body committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation.
Energy Supply Association of Australia
www.esaa.com.au
The Energy Supply Association of Australia Limited (esaa) provides the national energy supply businesses with a strong and effective voice in their relationships with government, regulatory bodies, the media, community organisations and business customer representative bodies.
Energy Networks Association (Australia)
www.ena.asn.au
The Energy Networks Association (ENA) is the peak national body representing gas and electricity distribution businesses throughout Australia.
International Energy Agency
www.iea.org
An intergovernmental body committed to advancing security of energy supply, economic growth and environmental sustainability through energy policy co-operation.
Radio Communications
Joint Radio Company
www.jrc.co.uk
The Joint Radio Company (JRC) is a joint venture between National Grid Transco, the UK gas pipeline operator, and the Energy Networks Association on behalf of the gas and electricity industry. We represent the major companies in the UK Gas and Electricity Industries in all aspects of radio communications.
Trade Associations
Association of Electricity Producers
www.aepuk.com
Trade association representing companies that generate e communications.
Street Works
Department for Business, Enterprise & Regulatory Reform (BERR)
www.berr.gov.uk
BERR helps ensure business success in an increasingly competitive world. It is the voice for business across Government.
National Joint Utilities Working Group (NJUG)
www.njug.org.uk
NJUG is recognised as the utility arm of the Highways Authorities Utilities Committee (HAUC UK).
[NB: Although we use 'street works' throughout the site, the phrase 'streetworks' is attached here to assist with searches, as both terms are exchangable]
Trade Associations
Association of Electricity Producers
www.aepuk.com
Trade association representing companies that generate electricity for the wholesale electricity markets in the UK.
Association Of Meter Operators
www.meteroperators.org.uk
The Association of Meter Operators is a trade association for meter operators.
Energy Retail Association
www.energy-retail.org.uk
ERA, formed in 2003, represents suppliers in the competitive UK energy market.
European Transmission System Operators
www.etso-net.org
ETSO is an International Association with direct membership of 32 independent Transmission System Operator companies from the 15 countries of the European Union plus Norway and Switzerland.
Last updated on 07.46.08 by ENA
