Centrica's CEO, Chris O'Shea, highlighted the UK's inadequate gas storage, stating, "We are an outlier from the rest of Europe when it comes to the role of storage in our energy system, and we are now seeing the implications of that." He emphasized the importance of energy storage as a critical component for maintaining warmth and power during adverse weather, urging for investments in storage capacity as an economic necessity.
O'Shea argued that if the Rough storage facility had been fully utilized, it could have saved UK households £100 in their gas and electricity bills each winter, illustrating the tangible benefits of proper energy storage management.
A Department for Energy Security and Net Zero representative reassured the public, stating, "We have no concerns and are confident we will have a sufficient gas supply and electricity capacity to meet demand this winter, due to our diverse and resilient energy system." This reflects the government's focus on reinforcing long-term energy security alongside the transition to cleaner power.
A No 10 spokesperson echoed this sentiment, affirming that, "We are confident we will have a sufficient gas supply and electricity capacity to meet demand this winter... to secure our supply," underscoring regular consultations with energy system operators for ongoing monitoring.
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