Wouldn't we all like to pay less for electricity? My RAP colleagues share strategies to achieve this critical goal to drive electrification, increase competitiveness of industry & reduce fossil fuel imports. Short on time? Check out 8 priority actions to make electricity cheaper bit.ly/4mCZ41O

The brilliant Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) is looking for two UK based people to join our team as HR assistant and people operations coordinator. Please share. www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...

We're #hiring! We have two new positions open in the UK: a human resources assistant and a people operations coordinator. Check them both out here: www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...

Decarbonising industry - after 2 days strategising with partners I have some take aways: 1. #Electrification is THE no regrets option* to decarb European industry. ⚡is useful in all sectors. It may not offer full solution for some heavy industry, it does for most process heat. tinyurl.com/3c7h24bs

Climate Week NYC is coming up! 🌍 On Sept. 23, RAP CEO @katherinehdixon.bsky.social will join the Crux Alliance panel “The Hidden Hero of Climate Action: The Heat Pump Story” alongside global experts. 📅 Sept. 23, 3–4:30 p.m. 📍 Motto by Hilton Chelsea, NYC Details + RSVP: bit.ly/466kZbq

New in the Power System Blueprint: "Aligning business models with public interest" by @patozsu.bsky.social. Revenue regulation needs to evolve to serve both consumers and climate goals. Smarter use of existing grids can cut costs and reduce the need for large-scale buildout. 🔗 bit.ly/4nd6Ekn

"Solar power is already providing the “cheapest electricity in history” and is expected to play a pivotal role in the global transition away from fossil fuels." Yes and let's take a look at the facts. Thank you, @carbonbrief.org

Learn more about how smart charging can reduce emissions, support efficiency & use of renewables in power grid and lower costs. @regassistproj.bsky.social shares methods for unlocking those benefits based on case studies in Europe, the U.S., China & India + a global report sharing lessons learned.

Help needed: I'm looking for the best case studies of governments around the world actively reducing the (relative) price of electricity for households (ideally to actively support electrification). So far I have Germany, The Netherlands, Massachusetts, Sweden, Denmark. Thx

Up next in our August Reading Series: A look at how AI and data centers are reshaping electricity demand, and what that means for regulators. AI isn’t just powering daily tasks. It’s driving rapid load growth and could also become a powerful grid tool. www.raponline.org/blog/were-op...

Denmark's targeted policies and investments have delivered impressive results — not only to advance district heating but also to help meet climate goals. More from @soxenaar.bsky.social 👇

#TheJolt digs into advancing district heating AND cooling systems in Europe. Learn more in just 15 min. @smorgan.bsky.social & @soxenaar.bsky.social discuss importance of policy framework requiring - in-depth local heat planning - fair pricing - decarb and efficiency criteria for funding

What is electro-thermal energy storage, and how does it support industrial decarbonisation? Short thread based on a briefing we published earlier this summer 🧵 Link: www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...

This makes sense on so many levels: www.canarymedia.com/articles/ene...

A historic turning point for clean heating in Europe? For the first time, sales of new heat pumps in Germany have surpassed those of gas boilers. www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

If you want a new challenge and care deeply about advancing the transition to clean energy and transport, RAP (@regassistproj.bsky.social) may be looking for you. Check out the exciting opportunities here: www.raponline.org/who-we-are/c...

Smart charging & renewable⚡are made for each other 💗. How to ensure they couple? Enter the Renewable Energy Directive as unlikely dating agency RED has a credit mech for using renewable⚡ to charge EVs. Jaap helps authorities make sure they swipe right, identifying practical ways to make love bloom.

Thrilled to share my new commentary in Nature Reviews Clean Technology, co-authored with @soxenaar.bsky.social of @regassistproj.bsky.social We argue for electrifying industrial heat in Europe—a game-changer for efficiency, resilience, and competitiveness. Full version here rdcu.be/evPO0

Starting in one hour! Learn about the role of smart charging in advancing fleet electrification. If you're unable to attend the live session, all registrants will receive the recording.

🇧🇷 How can Distribution System Operators support Brazil’s energy transition? RAP and ANEEL will host a webinar on the evolving role of DSOs (from system operation to market facilitation) and what lessons from around the globe can offer Brazil. More info: www.raponline.org/event/transi...

Throwback Thursdays? How about thought-provoking Thursday? Join 10 July: Electrification Academy webinar on vehicle fleet electrification & smart charging with experts Hussein Basma (@theicct.org) & Markus Döhn, DHL Group. Bring your questions! More details & signup here: bit.ly/4lopc08

European comms folks, don't miss this exciting opportunity. RAP is hiring!

Smart charging is a must-have for EV fleet electrification. Join next Electrification Academy webinar with Markus Döhn, DHL Group, & Hussein Basma, ‪@theicct.org‬, to discuss benefits, barriers & policies related to smart charging for fleet and EV owners. Join us & bring questions! bit.ly/4lopc08

🚛 Europe’s road freight sector is going electric and charging infrastructure needs to keep up. A new infographic from @regassistproj.bsky.social breaks down the key barriers to electric truck charging and offers a policy playbook for grid-friendly solutions. Check it out 👇 bit.ly/44BMWZ4

Looking for expertise about industrial electrification, clean heat, the Regulatory Energy Transition Accelerator, & network tariffs in one place? RAP's monthly newsletter, The RAPPORT, pulls together our latest insights into advancing the energy transition. Europe edition just out! zc.vg/QYhFY?m=0

Iberian blackout: me saying in Spanish: - it's causes are a combination of factors, allowing everyone to point finger at someone else (for now) - having a true neutral body (ACER?) investigate would be helpful, if sufficiently empowered 🔌💡 @regassistproj.bsky.social euractiv.es/section/eet/...

🚨NEW RELEASE🚨 on electrification of industrial heat. @soxenaar.bsky.social & Elian Pusceddu explain why electro-thermal energy storage (ETES) could be a key solution for industrial electrification. Hint: It can enable more flexible electricity demand and not interrupt heat supply. bit.ly/4kTzh5B

How can we electrify industrial heat and at the same time unlock valuable flexibility for the grid? Electro-thermal energy storage (ETES) might just be the answer: New policy brief together with @elianpusceddu www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce... #energysky

Industrial electrification can improve European competitiveness AND * reduce dependence on imported gas * achieve greater efficiency * reduce carbon emissions and harmful air pollution More from my colleague Ivan-Petar Yovchev.

ES gov: blackout on 28/4 🔌💡 - some generators didn't show up when they had to - system operator lacked foresight Need better enforcement, and more interconnections. It wasn't renewables. Can we have a (careful, as not all is known) "told you so!"? elpais.com/economia/202...

@louisesunderland.bsky.social im Gespräch mit @oekoinstitut.bsky.social. Unter anderem, diskutieren sie die wirksamsten Instrumente, um Energiearmut im Gebäudesektor zu bekämpfen. www.oeko.de/magazin/sozi...

This is the type of data that encouraged me to put a heat pump in my own house. They simply work! And — never thought I'd care about this in New England — it also cools our house when the summers kick up above 90F / 30C.

Smart charging of EVs benefits consumers, the grid & environment. Full stop. Why is this mighty tool vital for clean transport? It can 🔹 Smooth grid peaks & lower investment needs 🔹 Boost use of renewables, reducing emissions 🔹 Offer consumer savings More in @regassistproj.bsky.social new study 👇

Shout out to RAP's former fearless leader, Rich Sedano!

RAP is heading to #LCAW25! 🌍 On 24 June, catch our own @soxenaar.bsky.social speaking at "Ready, Set, Heat," a panel on scaling #electrification solutions for net-zero industry. @wbcsd.bsky.social, ERM and @regassistproj.bsky.social are hosting. For more info: www.raponline.org/event/rap-at...

Have you read RAP's newsletter this month? Check out ✅ Lessons learned about smart EV charging around world ✅ Network tariff design to benefit consumers & power system ✅ Policies to advance clean heating, competitiveness & energy transition ✅ And more! zc.vg/rW0Z9?m=0 @regassistproj.bsky.social

Heading to EVS38 in Gothenburg later this month? Don’t miss Julia Hildermeier sharing insights on smart EV charging and fleet electrification. Julia will be discussing her recent work surrounding smart e-transport policies in the EU. Register here: livebyglevents.key4register.com/key4register...

Smart EV charging isn’t just a tech upgrade. It’s also a cost-saving, emissions-cutting tool that benefits drivers, grids and the planet. Read our latest report on the subject, "How to unlock benefits from smart EV charging: Key lessons from a global study." www.raponline.org/knowledge-ce...

RHC-ETIP & @eurec-info.bsky.social‬ invited experts to discuss Slovakia's transition to clean heating & cooling. Agenda here. RAP's Duncan Gibb emphasised that decarbonising heat requires a comprehensive approach. Learn about all of the speakers' recommendations: www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvF5...

Love this, Richard and team. It's a phenomenal go-to resource for all things clean heating and options to advance heat decarbonisation.

The German grid fee debate is mostly about distributional effects while the problem is the missing cost reflexivity. The methodology to address an affordable grid infrastructure can supported by the long-run marginal cost pricing.

If you haven't yet heard this Watt Matters deep dive on the role of power prices in clean industry and its competitiveness, start your week with an interesting listen. @bramclaeys.bsky.social does indeed cover lots of important ground!

Missed latest Electrification Academy webinar? Never fear, the recording is here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9iQ... You can whet your appetite with a summary from @jaapburger.eu at 52 min. 30 & final comments from Surbhi Singhvi, Mathilde Chareyron & Marion Santini, but it's worth a full listen.

Kristian Ruby, Eurelectric, & RAP's Marion Santini on electrification on @foresight-ce.bsky.social Marion "We need to come to a point where it becomes affordable and practical to switch to electric solutions in order to make progress on the electrification milestones that we have set ourselves.”

🔌💡Marginal pricing for electricity. How? Any alternatives? Here's quick explainer video v2.0. It was awesome to get feedback on 1.0. Keep it coming. www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBJ3... Pity to have to use YouTube, but Bluesky upload limit of 1 min. is tough. @regassistproj.bsky.social 1/12

Read important message from @davidesabbadin.bsky.social about energy efficiency in EU industrial policy.

📣 BREAKING: The UK Climate Change Committee now says there’s no role for hydrogen in building heating. That’s study #61 on my list showing little to no role for hydrogen in heating—up from 54 in my meta-review from Dec 2023: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

If you’re attending the #NARUC Winter Policy Summit, please visit our table. We have many of our publications on hand, and cupcakes! Damali Harding, David Farnsworth, Shawn Enterline, Raphael Breit, and Timothy Simard are in attendance and we’d love to connect.

🔥🔥🔥 NEW PAPER ALERT: Our research in Energy Research & Social Science explores how Europe’s gas grid regulation is misaligned with net zero goals. While challenges like rising costs persist, Denmark & the Netherlands are paving the way for smarter reforms. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...