Constructionline Gold Membership Accreditation
We are pleased to announce that Connections2energy has achieved Constructionline Gold Member Accreditation. Being Gold Accredited verifies that...
Connections2energy Proudly Announces the Promotions of Marc Davies and Courtney Prestage
Connections2energy is thrilled to announce the promotions of two esteemed team members to vital leadership roles. Effective immediately, Marc Davies...
Success in the Public Sector
Success in the Public Sector Connections2energy takes great pride in working with a range of clients in the public sector. We’ve successfully...
What is a Utility Diversion?
What is a Utility Diversion? A utility diversion is when a utility apparatus needs to be relocated or altered in some way. Utility diversions are...
Utility Acronyms Explained
Utility Acronyms Explained At Connections2energy, we believe that getting utilities should be simple, we aim to connect you to reliable service and...
Christmas Embargoes / Roadworks Suspension Explained
Christmas Roadworks Embargo A roadworks embargo is the suspension of all non-essential roadworks in an area. During the Christmas period, councils...
Wayleaves And Easements – What Is The Difference?
Land Rights The right of access to land is granted through a Land Right which can be a personal agreement such as a wayleave or a permanent right to...
Net Zero Vs Zero Carbon
Net Zero Vs Zero Carbon We often come across terms like "net zero" and "zero carbon" but... - What do they mean? - How do they distinguish from each...
Celebrating 9 Years of Connections2energy
Celebrating 9 Years of Connections2energy This month marks a significant milestone for Connections2energy, as we celebrate nearly a decade of...
Utility Connections for Self-Builders
Utility Connections for Self-Builders Utilities are generally considered to include electricity, gas, water, sewage and telecommunications services....
What are DNOs, IDNOs and ICPs?
What are DNOs, IDNOs and ICPs? What is a DNO? DNO stands for Distribution Network Operator. In the context of the utilities sector, particularly...
Understanding Contestable and Non-Contestable Works
Understanding Contestable and Non-Contestable Works in the UK Utilities Sector There are two categories of work when providing new utility...
Underground Utility Colour Codes Explained
If you've ever seen construction work being done, you might have noticed brightly coloured markings on the ground. These markings are not just...
Success In The Student Accommodation Sector
Success In The Student Accommodation Sector Connections2energy takes great pride in working with a range of clients in the student accommodation...
An amazing feat of Victorian engineering: Manchester’s solution to a lack of clean water
The Thirlmere Aqueduct is a significant engineering achievement. Operating for over a century the 153km aqueduct continues to play a vital role...
Demand for UK Film and TV Studio Space At All Time High
As the global film and television industry continues to grow, more and more productions are choosing the UK as their preferred location. Reports...
What Is A Point of Connection?
A Point of Connection (POC) is the most appropriate location on an existing network, that offers sufficient capacity to supply your project. When...
What are Trial Holes / Trial Pits?
Strategically placed trial holes can verify the location and depth of underground utilities prior to design and build which generates site health...
The Importance of Utilities For Construction
Utilities are generally considered to include electricity, gas, water and sewage and telecommunications services. They are a specialist element of a...
5 Benefits Of Using A Multi-Utility Provider
5 Benefits Of Using A Multi-Utility Provider Construction can be stressful and coordinating your own utilities can make the process even more...
Traffic Management In Utilities
When conducting utility works on your project, traffic management may be required. This may be because your underground mains connection is under...
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme
What is the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme? The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) provides grants for public sector bodies to fund...
Constructionline Gold Membership Accreditation
We are pleased to announce that Connections2energy has achieved Constructionline Gold Member Accreditation. Being Gold Accredited verifies that Constructionline has assessed us for our credentials in environmental management, quality management, equal opportunities,...
Connections2energy Proudly Announces the Promotions of Marc Davies and Courtney Prestage
Connections2energy is thrilled to announce the promotions of two esteemed team members to vital leadership roles. Effective immediately, Marc Davies will assume the position of Operations Director, with Courtney Prestage stepping into the role of Commercial Director....
Success in the Public Sector
Success in the Public Sector Connections2energy takes great pride in working with a range of clients in the public sector. We’ve successfully delivered over 150 utility requirements to public sector buildings across the UK such as schools, youth centres, emergency...
What is a Utility Diversion?
What is a Utility Diversion? A utility diversion is when a utility apparatus needs to be relocated or altered in some way. Utility diversions are often necessary when existing underground infrastructure gets in the way of new construction projects. For instance, if an...
Utility Acronyms Explained
Utility Acronyms Explained At Connections2energy, we believe that getting utilities should be simple, we aim to connect you to reliable service and empower your understanding every step of the way. The energy industry uses complicated technical terms and abbreviations...
Christmas Embargoes / Roadworks Suspension Explained
Christmas Roadworks Embargo A roadworks embargo is the suspension of all non-essential roadworks in an area. During the Christmas period, councils arrange these embargoes in order to keep the roads running smoothly. The temporary halt or limitation of roadworks aims...
Wayleaves And Easements – What Is The Difference?
Land Rights The right of access to land is granted through a Land Right which can be a personal agreement such as a wayleave or a permanent right to land, known as an easement. Utility companies require land rights to install and maintain or renew equipment on...