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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 15/10/2026

🔋 Data centres need power. The grid needs flexibility. As AI accelerates demand for data centres, flexible energy will play a critical role in keeping electricity systems secure, resilient and reliable. 👉 www.drax.com/opinion/the-...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

💡 Britain’s future growth needs an energy system that can keep pace. From wind and solar to battery storage and sustainable biomass, Drax is investing in a diverse energy mix to provide greater flexibility. 🔎 Read more from our CEO in Biomass Magazine: www.drax.com/opinion/buil...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🌡️ Requests for home air conditioning installations more than quadrupled during the UK's June heatwave. As demand for cooling grows, flexibility will be essential to keeping power flowing during periods of extreme heat. 👉 Read more in #ElectricInsights: reports.electricinsights.co.uk?p=2761

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

📩 The September Drax newsletter is here. From powering local opportunity to future-proofing Britain’s grid, catch up on our latest news, insights and perspectives on the energy transition. Read the latest edition and subscribe for future updates: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drax-m...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Britain needs flexibility to make the most of its growing solar fleet. Solar generation soared this summer, but keeping the lights on after sunset requires storage and other flexible technologies to also grow. 👉The latest #ElectricInsights report explains why: reports.electricinsights.co.uk?p=2765

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

New #ElectricInsights report 📊 From record renewable generation to the growing need for flexibility, explore the trends shaping Britain's electricity system. 🎥 Watch Iain Staffell from @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social and Drax CEO Will Gardiner discuss more…

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

We’ve partnered with Galloway Rivers Trust on a 5-year programme to support critically endangered European eels at Tongland Dam. 🌍 New eel traps are already working - safely translocating them as part of our commitment to nature.

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

We were pleased to welcome Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney to Cruachan Power Station today to see progress on an £80 million upgrade and refurbishment of the iconic pumped storage hydro plant. 🤝 ➡️ www.drax.com/uk/news/firs...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

📣 "Flexibility is not a nice-to-have. It is the system's shock absorber." In his latest Enlit Europe article, Drax CEO examines why flexibility will be critical as the UK balances growing renewable generation, rising demand and energy security. ➡️ www.drax.com/opinion/why-...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Solar and wind are playing an increasingly important role in Britain’s energy system. We’re investing in solar and wind alongside other technologies to help support a secure, reliable and efficient electricity system. ☀️ 🔗 www.drax.com/what-we-do/s...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

What does the future of the UK's energy system look like? Drax CEO joined John Lunn on DO Radio to discuss energy market reform, flexibility, renewables, recent M&A activity, and the opportunities ahead for the sector. 🎙️ 👉 Listen at 18:00BST today: thedolectures.com/do-radio

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

(1/3) Today marks a significant milestone in Drax's growth journey as we complete the acquisition of Bluefield Solar Income Fund (BSIF).

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

How can AI help drive industrial renewal and close the north-south divide? Our latest newsletter also covers the restoration of historic Tongland Power Station, student partnerships, Biomass Tracker updates and more. 🗞️ Read it here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drax-j...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Earlier this year, we launched our Biomass Tracker to provide greater transparency across our global biomass supply chain. Functionality now lets users compare data across multiple quarters to track trends over time. 🗺️ 👉 www.drax.com/sustainabili...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Great to support Selby College’s #STEM Day. 🚀 Our Education Ambassadors recently delivered hands-on STEM activities and showcased the exciting career opportunities available across science, technology, engineering and maths. 👉 www.drax.com/news/student...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Students from Selby College gained real-world event management experience at Drax Power Station's Skylark Centre, helping to plan and deliver a community event that raised £818 for Yorkshire Children's Charity. 👥 👉 www.drax.com/uk/news/stud...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Every degree matters.🌡️ When the UK's national average temperature rises above 20°C, each additional degree can add over 350MW of demand. Given the growth in cooling demand and air-conditioning uptake since this finding, we expect this figure to be much higher this week.

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

In a new opinion piece, our Future of Drax Power Station Director explores how Britain's industrial regions could hold the key to driving economic growth in the digital age, and why AI could help unlock a new era of industrial renewal. 🗞️ 👉 www.drax.com/opinion/ai-c...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

One of Scotland's oldest hydroelectric power stations has been given a new lease of life following a £2 million refurbishment by Drax, helping preserve the historic facility for future generations. 🛠️ 👉 www.drax.com/news/histori...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Drax’s June LinkedIn newsletter is live. 🗞️ This month’s edition covers why optimisation matters now more than ever, CEO Will Gardiner’s take on the energy transition, and award recognition with Energy Sparks. 👉 Read here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drax-j...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

UK battery storage capacity has surpassed nuclear power for the first time. 🔋 New #ElectricInsights analysis shows growth from 10MW to nearly 7GW in under a decade - highlighting the rising importance of flexibility in Britain’s power system. 🗞️ Read more: www.drax.com/press_releas...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Balancing the grid: why optimisation matters more than ever. 💡 Ross McKenzie is joined by Will Gardiner, Paul Sheffield and Andy Lowe to discuss how optimisation is helping make the system work smarter. 🎥

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

New opinion piece from our Group Head of Social Impact, on Drax being Highly Commended for ‘Skills Leadership’ at the REA awards 2026 - and why this work is about practical action to help more young people move from potential to meaningful employment.👥 ➡️ www.drax.com/opinion/reco...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Britain’s battery boom is transforming the power system - capacity has tripled in 3 years. 🔋 Batteries can now discharge more power than the entire nuclear fleet. #ElectricInsights shows the UK must build ~20 GW more by 2030 to stay on track. ➡️ www.drax.com/opinion/glob...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

(1/3) We’re pleased to share that Drax’s Community & Education team was highly commended in the Skills Leadership category at last week’s British Renewable Energy Awards. 🏆

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Drax Electric Vehicles has partnered with Aldi UK to power up new EV charging at its UK stores. 🚗 Aldi has transitioned around 1,200 EV chargers at more than 250 UK stores over to Drax - giving customers a quick and convenient way to top up during their shop. 🔗 www.drax.com/press_releas...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

How do we keep power reliable and affordable as renewables grow? ⚡️ Ross McKenzie sits down with Will Gardiner, Paul Sheffield and Andy Lowe to explore how optimisation is helping make the system work smarter. 📺 Watch here: www.drax.com/opinion/bala...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

The UK’s strengths are clear - Europe’s largest and most active capital market. 🇬🇧 At Drax, we see how critical the right foundations are to sustaining that growth. #TeamUK #InconvenientlyBrilliant

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

🗞️ New Evidence Hub paper on the future of electricity systems. ⚡️ As renewables grow and demand rises, delivering a reliable net zero system needs a mix of technologies and evolving markets. Our conclusion: markets & carbon pricing alone aren’t enough. ➡️ Read more: www.drax.com/sustainabili...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

A partnership between Drax, Energy Sparks and schools across the UK has won the Third Sector Business Charity Award for ‘Best Response to the Cost of Living Crisis’. 🏆 Read our press release: www.drax.com/uk/press_rel...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

🤝 Our Community team attended the BITC Pride of Place summit this week, bringing together business, government and the voluntary sector to tackle youth unemployment and create meaningful opportunities. #PlaceSummit26

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

The UK government has high ambitions for AI - forecasts see at least 6 GW of AI-capable data centres needed by 2030. 📈 How can we ensure we accommodate this new demand effectively? ➡️ Learn more in #ElectricInsights: reports.electricinsights.co.uk?p=2687

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

As more weather-dependent renewables come online, electricity is increasingly generated when the sun is shining or the wind is blowing. ☀️

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

We’ve published the May edition of Drax’s LinkedIn newsletter - bringing together some of the key stories and updates from the past month. 🗞️ Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drax-m...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

⚡️ The Q1 2026 #ElectricInsights report is live. @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social It explores how Britain’s AI ambition depends on the grid; how we can insulate Britain from geopolitical energy shocks; and much more. 🗞️ Read here: reports.electricinsights.co.uk

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

What are residual emissions — and why do they matter? ⚡️ There’s no single definition, but they’re real and need managing and counterbalancing to reduce risk. ➡️ Read more in our report: www.drax.com/sustainabili...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

Why backing smaller sustainability charities delivers lasting social impact - our Group Head of Social Impact, Shona King, explains in her new article. 👥 Read the article: www.drax.com/opinion/back...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

⚡️ How does biomass deliver system stability in an uncertain energy landscape? 🌿 Hear from our Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer, Ross McKenzie, in his new opinion piece for Bioenergy Insight. ➡️ www.drax.com/opinion/how-...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

The Princess Royal recently visited Cruachan ‘Hollow Mountain’ Power Station to mark its 60th anniversary. 👑 Carved into Ben Cruachan, the plant was the first large-scale reversible pumped storage hydro facility in the world when it was opened by the late Queen Elizabeth II.

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

In the latest episode of The Purposeful Strategist, our CEO Will Gardiner discusses the changing role of electricity in modern life - and why energy is now central to economic growth, innovation and resilience. 🎙️ 👉 Learn more here: www.drax.com/opinion/refr...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We’re pleased to have completed the first in a series of solar power installations across our historic Galloway and Lanark hydropower schemes in Scotland. ☀️ Learn more in our press release: www.drax.com/press_releas...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

“Expanding clean, domestically produced power will be central to building a more secure energy system...the direction is clear; the challenge now is delivery”. 💬 Read more from Ross McKenzie, our Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer, in this Energy Voice article.

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

We’ve published the April edition of Drax’s LinkedIn newsletter - bringing together some of the key stories and updates from the past month. 🗞️ Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/drax-a...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Ultra Yorkshire makes first transatlantic voyage delivering biomass pellets to support UK energy security. 🚢 Learn more in our press release: www.drax.com/press_releas...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

At Drax, our mission is to help meet the world's increasing demand for secure energy, sustainably. ⚡️ For us, sustainability isn’t about words, it’s about action. Hear more from Drax’s Chief Corporate Affairs and Sustainability Officer, Ross McKenzie. ➡️ www.drax.com/sustainabili...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

The UK paid £1.3 billion to turn off wind farms last year and avoid overloading the grid. 🌍 #ad Read more from Ash Hein, FlexGen Business Development Director at Drax, in a recent @politico.com article. 🗞️ 👉 www.politico.eu/sponsored-co...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

📣 #DraxFoundation funding to support over 118,000 people and drive community impact across UK, US and Canada. The Social Impact Report 2025 reveals a £3.1 million investment in communities and non-profit organisations, supporting more than 118,000 people.

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

👥 Making a difference in our communities. 🤝 Farnaz Ranjbar, our Chief People Officer, and Simon Clements, our Talent Director, recently volunteered at The Felix Project in London - supporting vital work to reduce food waste and tackle food poverty. ➡️ www.drax.com/uk/about-us/...

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

2025 was a record year for Britain’s renewable energy production. ⚡️ But more wind and solar output puts greater strain on system operations - the latest #ElectricInsights explains how battery storage can help. 🔋 ➡️ reports.electricinsights.co.uk?p=2642

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Drax Group @draxgroup.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Flexitricity to the Drax Group today. ⚡ We are ambitious about growing and developing our FlexGen business and Flexitricity’s technology and team are a strong strategic fit for us. ➡️ Find out more at www.drax.com/what-we-do/f...

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