Energy Networks Association

A total of 405,000 applications have been completed through ENA Connect Direct  – the free online platform for installers of domestic low-carbon technologies (LCTs) – since its launch two years ago. Over 26,000 new applications were made in May 2026, including electric vehicle charge points, solar panels, heat pumps and batteries. The milestone follows the […]

Electricity network operators are getting set to invest more than £120 billion by 2050 to build a network capable of meeting future energy demands and support the growth of the next generation of smart UK industries. Alongside this investment, the expertise of 26,000 skilled energy network professionals will play a crucial role in ensuring the […]

As the demand for domestic low carbon technologies, like heat pumps and EV chargers, is only set to grow, Energy Networks Association (ENA) is enabling fast and easy connection process to the Grid for connecting to the electricity grid.  ENA is a not-for-profit industry body representing the companies which operate the energy networks in the […]

Energy Networks Association (ENA) is ramping up its Connect Direct service as the platform reaches 185,000 connection applications. The platform makes it easier for companies and installers to seek approval from DNOs to connect domestic low-carbon technologies to the grid. Domestic low-carbon installers can now receive instant grid connection approvals for technologies like solar panels and EV chargers, thanks to new AI-powered features. The energy networks have been focusing their efforts on automating the process for installers, making it […]

An online platform that makes it easier than ever for companies and installers to submit applications to connect domestic low-carbon technologies, like solar panels and EV chargers, to the grid has processed over 100,000 applications in its first year – exceeding expectations. ENA Connect Direct was created by trade body Energy Networks Association (ENA) almost […]