Accelerating your journey to Net Zero

Blake Clough’s mission is to accelerate the decarbonisation of energy networks to help slow climate change, whilst optimising the costs and benefits to both our clients and the end consumer.

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What we offer

At Blake Clough we apply innovative thinking and technical expertise to meet the challenges of the evolving system to drive decarbonisation, decentralisation and digitalisation.

Regulatory Support
Electrical Network Innovation
Power Systems Analysis
Due Diligence & Advisory
Energy Strategy Consultancy
Techno-Economic Analysis
Grid Connection Support
Stakeholder Engagement
Management Consultancy Support
Offshore Wind Development
Electricity Network Design
Clean Power 2030
Energy Yield Assessments
Electricity Market Services
Network Charges

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Our clients range from electricity network operators, regulators and public sector organisations through to private developers, both onshore and offshore, looking to develop projects connecting into the electricity networks.

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Applying innovative thinking and solutions to deliver the energy system of the future for our clients and their customers.

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Keeping offshore wind connected: Stability in a changing power system
Reducing Grid Connection Costs and Timescales Through Competitive Tendering
System Oscillation Assessment for IBRs: Moving Towards MIMO Active Frequency Scanning
Connections Reform: Why Your Curtailment Forecast May Be Wrong

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Blake Clough Consulting was pleased to exhibit at Solar & Storage Live 2026 at the NEC Birmingham, held from 22–24 September.In this video, we reflect on the event, the progress made across the energy industry over the past 12 months and, in particular, the significant changes surrounding grid reform.We also discuss how Blake Clough Consulting supports projects throughout the complete development lifecycle. From early-stage development and initial grid strategy through design, connection applications and technical studies, to mitigation, delivery, final connection and operational support, our team provides expertise at every stage of the process.Events such as Solar & Storage Live provide an important opportunity to stay close to the industry, understand the latest developments and challenges, and share knowledge with those working across the sector.They are also a valuable chance to reconnect with existing clients, meet new contacts and reflect on just how much has changed within the industry over the past year.Thank you to everyone who visited the Blake Clough Consulting stand at Solar & Storage Live 2026.
Exhibiting at Solar & Storage 2026
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Exhibiting at Solar & Storage 2026

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In this technical session, Anna Ferguson from Blake Clough Consulting explores the changing stability challenges facing offshore wind projects and what developers can do to identify, mitigate and manage these risks throughout the project lifecycle.As power systems evolve and increasing levels of renewable generation connect to the network, understanding system stability is becoming increasingly important. Anna discusses what these changes mean for offshore wind, how potential instability can be identified and the practical approaches available to manage it.Session agenda:• Introduction to Blake Clough Consulting • Why stability risks are changing • What instability means for offshore wind • Identifying risks and selecting appropriate mitigation • Managing stability throughout the project lifecycle • Practical examples • Question timeIf you have any questions following the session, please contact Anna Ferguson at anna.ferguson@blakeclough.com or connect with Anna on LinkedIn.This session was delivered with Tech 4.0 and Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) 2026.#OffshoreWind #PowerSystems #GridStability #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition #OffshoreRenewables #BlakeCloughConsulting
Keeping Offshore Wind Connected: Stability in a Changing Power System
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Keeping Offshore Wind Connected: Stability in a Changing Power System

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Five years of growth, collaboration, new challenges and expanding our reach around the world.In this special anniversary video, Anna Ferguson, Anthony Donoghue, Abdullah Emhemed and Lascelle Mauricette reflect on the journey of Blake Clough Consulting over the past five years, from the company’s early days to becoming an international consultancy working across countries and markets around the world.The team shares their experiences of how the business has grown, some of the changes and achievements that have shaped Blake Clough along the way, and what it has been like to be part of that journey.But five years is only the beginning.We also look ahead to the future of Blake Clough Consulting, the opportunities ahead and our ambitions to continue growing, developing our expertise and supporting clients across the global energy and engineering sectors.A huge thank you to our team, clients, partners and everyone who has been part of the Blake Clough Consulting story so far.Here’s to the next five years – and beyond.#BlakeCloughConsulting #5YearAnniversary #PowerSystems #EnergySector #BusinessGrowth #businessmilestone
Celebrating 5 Years of Blake Clough Consulting
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Celebrating 5 Years of Blake Clough Consulting

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Blake Clough Consulting recently exhibited at the All-Energy Exhibition and Conference 2026 at the SEC Centre in Glasgow, one of the UK's leading events for the renewable energy and electricity sectors.In this video, members of our team discuss the conversations taking place across the industry, and explain how Blake Clough Consulting supports developers, investors and network stakeholders across the energy sector and our support services for Demand Reform.Featuring:🔵 Anthony Donoghue 🔵 Alix Weir 🔵 Abdullah Emhemed 🔵 Joshua Morgan 🔵 Georgia Wheeldon 🔵 Amy CrumThe video provides an overview of the services we offer, including support with:🔵 Grid connections and connection offers 🔵 Power systems studies and Grid Code compliance 🔵 Planning and project development 🔵 Due diligence and technical advisory services 🔵 Demand reform and emerging opportunities within the electricity sector 🔵 Project delivery from feasibility through to energisationThank you to everyone who visited our stand at All-Energy Glasgow 2026. If you'd like to learn more about our services or discuss a project with our team, we'd be delighted to hear from you.📧 Email: info@blakeclough.com 📞 Phone: +44 (0)333 034 2212 🌐 Website: https://www.blakeclough.com/ 📩 Contact form: https://www.blakeclough.com/contact-us/#AllEnergy #AllEnergy2026 #Glasgow #RenewableEnergy #GridConnections #DemandReform #PowerSystems #EnergyConsulting #BlakeCloughConsulting #EnergyProjects #ElectricityNetwork
Highlights from All-Energy Glasgow 2026: Industry Insights, Grid Reform & Our Growing Services
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Highlights from All-Energy Glasgow 2026: Industry Insights, Grid Reform & Our Growing Services

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In this video, Anna Ferguson and Abdullah Emhemed from Blake Clough Consulting discuss System Restoration and Black Start, exploring the causes of blackouts, lessons learned from previous events around the world, and the evolving challenges facing modern electricity networks.The discussion covers real-world experiences of system blackouts and unexpected thermal trips, including the impact of sub-synchronous events and wind farm disconnections, and examines how additional studies, simulations and testing may help improve system resilience going forward.The video also explores how electricity systems are changing as renewable generation increases, the growing importance of detailed technical studies and control system considerations, and how NESO is preparing for future restoration strategies involving renewable technologies and Black Start capabilities.Topics covered include:🔵 Causes of blackouts and system restoration challenges 🔵 Black Start and renewable integration 🔵 Sub-synchronous events and system stability considerations 🔵 Wind farm trips and control system responses 🔵 The importance of simulations, studies and testing 🔵 Evolving network requirements and future grid resilience 🔵 How the industry is adapting to changing generation technologiesAs electricity networks continue to evolve, understanding system resilience and restoration processes is becoming increasingly important across the energy sector.If you would like to discuss Black Start capability, system studies or wider grid connection challenges, please contact our team:📧 Email: info@blakeclough.com 📞 Phone: +44 (0)333 034 2212 🌐 Website: https://www.blakeclough.com/ 📩 Contact form: https://www.blakeclough.com/contact-us/#BlackStart #SystemRestoration #PowerSystems #GridStability #RenewableEnergy #ElectricityNetwork #EnergyTransition #NESO
Black Start & System Restoration Explained: Causes of Blackouts and Future Grid Challenges
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Black Start & System Restoration Explained: Causes of Blackouts and Future Grid Challenges

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In this video, Anna, Lascelle and Anthony discuss the realities of project delivery within the evolving electricity connections landscape and the challenges developers are currently facing when progressing projects towards certainty and delivery.The discussion explores how developers are seeking greater confidence around project progression, planning and grid connection outcomes, while recognising that the connections process is continuing to evolve and may change significantly over the next 6–18 months.The video also considers assumptions surrounding Gate offer acceptance rates, and how detailed due diligence can often identify projects that may not ultimately progress through to connection.Topics covered include:🔵 The current challenges facing project delivery 🔵 Developer confidence and project certainty 🔵 Expectations around Gate offer progression 🔵 Due diligence and project viability considerations 🔵 Supporting projects from feasibility through to planning and connection 🔵 Delivering compliant projects through all stages of development 🔵 How Blake Clough Consulting supports developers throughout the full project lifecycleWith a large multidisciplinary team, Blake Clough Consulting supports projects from early-stage feasibility and planning through to connection and compliance.If you would like to discuss your project or learn more about our services, please contact our team:📧 Email: info@blakeclough.com 📞 Phone: +44 (0)333 034 2212 🌐 Website: https://www.blakeclough.com/ 📩 Contact form: https://www.blakeclough.com/contact-us/#GridConnections #EnergyProjects #ProjectDelivery #EnergyInfrastructure #RenewableEnergy #ElectricityNetwork #EnergyTransition
Delivering Projects Through Every Stage: From Feasibility to Grid Connection
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Delivering Projects Through Every Stage: From Feasibility to Grid Connection

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In this video, Abdullah and Joshua from Blake Clough Consulting explain the process behind Gate 1 and Gate 2 connection offers and what these stages mean for developers progressing projects through the grid connections process.The discussion explores the key differences between Gate 1 and Gate 2 offers, why Gate 2 was introduced, and how assumptions made at Gate 1 compare to the more detailed position typically associated with Gate 2.Topics covered include:What Gate 1 and Gate 2 connection offers are Key differences between Gate 1 and Gate 2 Why Gate 2 has been introduced within the connections process How realistic and practical Gate 1 assumptions may be What information may be missing at Gate 1 compared to Gate 2 How Blake Clough Consulting supports clients through Gate 1 and Gate 2 processes Identification, clarification and remediation of potential issues within connection offersUnderstanding the differences between Gate 1 and Gate 2 is important when assessing project risk, timelines and connection strategy.If you would like support reviewing a Gate 1 or Gate 2 offer, or would like to discuss your project, please contact our team:📧 Email: info@blakeclough.com 📞 Phone: +44 (0)333 034 2212 🌐 Website: https://www.blakeclough.com/ 📩 Contact form: https://www.blakeclough.com/contact-us/#Gate1 #Gate2 #GridConnections #EnergyInfrastructure #ElectricityNetwork #EnergyProjects #GridReform #EnergyTransition
Gate 1 & Gate 2 Connection Offers
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Gate 1 & Gate 2 Connection Offers

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This video from Blake Clough Consulting provides an overview of Gate 1 connection offers and explores potential options available to developers progressing projects through the connections process.The discussion with Gregor and Amy considers behind the meter and private wire solutions, including the potential role of data centres as a demand source, and the technical and commercial feasibility of alternative connection approaches.Blake Clough Consulting also introduces an internally developed Python-based tool designed to support analysis of private wire opportunities and assist developers in assessing viable pathways to grid connection.Topics covered include:Understanding Gate 1 connection offers Behind the meter solutions Private wire connection opportunities Technical and commercial feasibility considerations Data centres as potential demand sources Analytical tools supporting private wire assessmentsIf you have received a Gate 1 offer and would like to explore your options, or would like to understand how private wire or behind the meter solutions could support your project, please contact our team:📧 Email: info@blakeclough.com 📞 Phone: +44 (0)333 034 2212 🌐 Website: https://www.blakeclough.com/ 📩 Contact form: https://www.blakeclough.com/contact-us/#Gate1 #GridConnections #PrivateWire #BehindTheMeter #EnergyInfrastructure #DataCentres #EnergyTransition #ElectricityNetwork
Gate 1 Connection Offers
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Gate 1 Connection Offers

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