Grid reform boosts investor confidence but connection barriers persist, according to new survey
As the National Energy System Operator (NESO) issues the first wave of new Gate 2 grid connection offers, our new research reveals that the reform, which takes effect this month, is widely seen as investable, yet many fear steel-in-the-ground infrastructure could still be stalled. The new survey by independent distribution network operator (IDNO), Aurora Utilities, […]
Pole position in the queue: The Aurora roadmap for accelerating success in the G2TWQ era
Changing the circuit: Why G2TWQ waves a new flag for developers The UK’s push toward Clean Power 2030 has triggered one of the most significant shifts the connections regime has ever seen. The widely publicised new reform, G2TWQ, is reshaping the transmission queue to prioritise projects that are genuinely deliverable and strategically aligned with national […]
Sustainable by Design: Aurora’s Blueprint for Responsible Growth
By Mike Barlow, Regulation and Sustainability Manager at Aurora Utilities Limited Aurora has been built on a foundation of sustainability and responsibility – these factors are not just a corporate afterthought, but the very framework guiding every decision we make. As a business funded through I Squared Capital’s Energy Transition Infrastructure Fund (ETIF), an SFDR […]
Aurora Appoints Nairn Black as Chief Financial Officer
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Nairn Black as Aurora’s new Chief Financial Officer. He brings over 25 years of financial, investment, and operational leadership across high-growth and private equity-backed businesses. A Chartered Accountant by training, Nairn has held senior roles with The NWH Group, Clyde Blowers Capital, and Noble Group, where he […]
Aurora Utilities and Conrad Energy join forces to supercharge the UK’s renewable energy future
Aurora Utilities Limited (Aurora), a fast-growing Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO), has been selected by leading independent power producer, Conrad Energy, as its preferred network operator to connect a major new portfolio of renewable energy projects across the United Kingdom. Aurora will adopt and operate the electrical infrastructure for Conrad Energy’s full 1.2GW pipeline of […]
Aurora Achieves International ISO Certifications for Quality, Environment, and Safety
Aurora Utilities Limited is proud to announce that we have been awarded three globally respected ISO certifications: ISO 9001 (Quality Management Systems), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems), and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems). Achieving these best-in-class accreditations is testament to Aurora’s on-going commitment to excellence in service delivery, environmental responsibility, and employee […]
Meet Our Land Rights Coordinator: A conversation with Laura Simons
Behind every successful infrastructure project lies careful planning and expertise. For Aurora, Laura Simons, our Land Rights Coordinator, has been a driving force in helping to build the processes that keep projects moving forward. From creating new tools to streamlining systems, Laura has already made a lasting impact in her first six months. With a […]
Meet Our Head of Legal: A Conversation with Alex Lane
At Aurora, our strength lies not only in the service that we deliver, but in the people who make it possible. That’s why we’re delighted to introduce Alex Lane, our new Head of Legal, whose journey working in property law to the energy transition is as inspiring as it is impactful. With an impressive career […]
Powering Up: The UK’s Electrification Push Must Now Deliver
The UK’s journey to net zero is being led not by bold slogans, but by the silent transformation of its power systems. In June 2025, the Climate Change Committee (CCC) published its annual statutory assessment of the UK’s progress toward meeting its legally binding climate targets, including net zero by 2050. The report, Progress in […]
Aurora names industry stalwart as new Chair
Aurora Utilities Limited has named Gregor Alexander as the Group’s first Chair of the Board, effective March 2025. Since joining SSE Group in 1990, which is the largest renewable energy generator in the UK, Gregor has been instrumental in leading a number of major transactions and investments for the Group. His extensive knowledge and experience […]