CONTENT HUB.
Case studies, thought leadership, and news from the UK's renewable energy operating system.
LATEST CONTENT.
Q+A Gary Hart on Purpose, Growth and Operations
Gary Hart, Head of Customer Operations at UrbanChain, shares his thoughts on joining UrbanChain after nearly 30 years in energy, what it takes to deliver service excellence at scale, and his ambitions for the years ahead.
28 Sept 2026
Thought leader Key takeaways from our webinar: What greater control over business energy looks like in practice
Discover three lessons on energy certainty, private energy markets and reducing business exposure to volatile wholesale prices. Watch the webinar on demand.
24 Sept 2026
Thought leader Making private energy markets mainstream with e2 Energy Partners
See how a private energy market secured long-term commodity price stability, renewable energy traceability and zero wholesale gas market exposure.
24 Sept 2026
News Yorkshire Cricket and UrbanChain partner to power Headingley with renewable energy
UrbanChain becomes Yorkshire County Cricket Club's exclusive energy partner, with Headingley to be powered by 100% renewable energy from January 2027.
15 Sept 2026
Thought leader Is your energy contract up for renewal this autumn? Five questions to ask before you sign
Five questions to ask before signing your next energy contract this autumn, from wholesale exposure to how renewable power is sourced.
14 Sept 2026
Thought leader Think a fixed-price energy contract lets you escape wholesale volatility? Think again.
Discover what fixed-price energy contracts and PPAs really protect against, and where wholesale-market exposure can remain.
11 Sept 2026
Thought leader Why traditional energy procurement is failing British businesses this winter
Discover how businesses can gain greater control over costs and exposure this winter.
17 Aug 2026
Thought leader Why 'wait and see' isn't an energy procurement strategy
Waiting for energy markets to settle can leave businesses exposed. Discover why acting before the autumn renewal window matters.
03 Aug 2026
Case Study Case Study – Evtec Group
How Evtec Group secured 15 year fixed energy price stability through an UrbanChain private market.
31 Jul 2026
Thought leader Renewables' countdown to 2027: the cliff and the ROCs
Renewable generators exiting the RO scheme can reduce wholesale market risk, secure stable pricing and take control through the UrbanChain operating system.
31 Jul 2026
Case Study Case Study – Believ
How Believ, one of the UK's fastest-growing EV charge point operators, partnered with UrbanChain.
29 Jul 2026
Thought leader Bright green vs murky: Is your UK data centre renewable power procurement keeping its promises?
Data centres seeking renewable power supply at affordable prices now have a new option with full traceability and built-in price stability.
01 Jul 2026
Thought leader We need to free renewable energy from wholesale market volatility
Renewables now produce over half of UK electricity, yet remain tied to volatile fossil fuel pricing. Dr Somayeh Taheri on why the market structure - not renewable energy - is the problem.
23 Jun 2026
News UrbanChain and SoWatt scale AI-optimised private energy market model with landmark 15-year AMPYR Distributed Energy solar PPA
A long-term agreement with AMPYR Distributed Energy marks the first transaction under UrbanChain and SoWatt's newly formalised commercial partnership, unlocking scalable, traceable and long-term renewable supply for UK corporates.
17 Jun 2026
News Believ and UrbanChain partner to deliver traceable, locally matched renewable energy for EV charging network
Believ and UrbanChain extend their partnership for three years, powering the UK EV charging network with traceable, locally matched renewable energy.
10 Jun 2026
Thought leader Renewable generators – why wait to take back control of your energy prices?
Renewable generators can reduce wholesale market risk, secure stable pricing and take control through peer-to-peer energy trading.
21 May 2026
News UrbanChain signs private-market PPA that makes new renewable asset bankable
UrbanChain has signed its first generation power purchase agreement within its private energy market with Eden Sustainable Power, making a new 8MW solar asset in Devon bankable.
26 Mar 2026
Thought leader UK power is still priced by gas. Buyers need new structures
Gas still sets the UK's wholesale electricity price, so geopolitical shocks hit business bills fast. Our Chief Growth Officer Charlie Parry explains why procurement structures need to catch up.
06 Mar 2026
News UrbanChain expands generation infrastructure with Centrica wind agreement
The agreement adds 26.5 GWh of renewable energy per year from a Centrica Energy-managed onshore wind asset in Cambridgeshire to the UrbanChain energy market.
24 Feb 2026
News UrbanChain delivers live, infrastructure-grade renewable energy for major UK data centre
A £20 million, three-year clean energy agreement demonstrates the infrastructure-grade model now required for modern data centre operations.
12 Feb 2026
News UrbanChain goes live on large-scale UK renewable power purchase agreement
Multi-year renewable offtake agreement reinforces UrbanChain's role in UK flexible supply.
20 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Agriculture (Generator)
Due to the scale of their energy asset, many suppliers declined to work a leading agricultural business, leaving the company without a reliable route to market.
16 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Commercial Property Owner
How a commercial property owner reduced energy costs and carbon footprint using UrbanChain's local energy marketplace.
16 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Commercial Property
A commercial property manager with over 300 retail units, consuming around 256 GWh of energy annually, faced a fragmented energy setup: multiple suppliers, contracts, rates, and account structures across their portfolio.
16 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Education Network
How an education network achieved significant energy savings through UrbanChain's energy operating system.
16 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Investment Firm
How an investment firm leveraged UrbanChain's renewable energy platform to improve returns and meet ESG targets.
16 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Manufacturing
How a manufacturing business cut energy costs and improved sustainability with UrbanChain's renewable energy marketplace.
12 Jan 2026
Thought leader How UrbanChain's Partnerships team is helping organisations navigate a changing energy landscape
UrbanChain's Partnerships team is building new routes for organisations to access affordable, traceable renewable energy.
07 Jan 2026
Thought leader The next wave of EV charging will be powered by smarter, traceable clean energy
How smarter, traceable clean energy solutions are set to power the next generation of EV charging infrastructure.
05 Jan 2026
Case Study Case Study – Agriculture (Prosumer)
How an agricultural prosumer generates and consumes renewable energy through UrbanChain's platform.
18 Dec 2025
News UrbanChain through a different lens
A look at UrbanChain from a different perspective as the company continues to grow and innovate in the renewable energy space.
17 Dec 2025
Case Study Case Study – Logistics
How a logistics company reduced energy costs and improved sustainability using UrbanChain's renewable energy marketplace.
09 Dec 2025
Thought leader From half-hourly data to smarter decisions: why UrbanChain is already beyond MHHS
UrbanChain's half-hourly data capabilities go beyond Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement requirements.
09 Dec 2025
News UrbanChain and Low Carbon Hub partner to power Oxfordshire's clean energy future
UrbanChain partners with Low Carbon Hub to deliver clean, local energy solutions across Oxfordshire.
25 Nov 2025
Thought leader Data centres can't be the achilles' heel of the £150bn UK–US Tech Prosperity Deal
Why data centres must embrace sustainable energy to support the UK-US Tech Prosperity Deal.
31 Oct 2025
Q+A UrbanChain explores opportunities in India as part of Prime Minister's trade mission
UrbanChain joins the Prime Minister's trade mission to India as part of Innovate UK's Global Business Incubator Programme.
29 Oct 2025
Team Carbon Literacy in the tech world: My takeaways
A team member shares their takeaways from carbon literacy training in the tech industry.
28 Oct 2025
News Dr. Somayeh Taheri named EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 UK Finalist
UrbanChain CEO Dr. Somayeh Taheri has been named as an EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2025 UK finalist.
16 Oct 2025
Team A Conversation with James Dorsey, Head of Structuring and Pricing at UrbanChain
James Dorsey discusses his role as Head of Structuring and Pricing at UrbanChain and the future of energy markets.
14 Oct 2025
News Landmark deal sees UrbanChain power Believ's national EV charging network with traceable renewable energy
UrbanChain signs landmark deal to power Believ's national EV charging network with 100% traceable renewable energy.
13 Oct 2025
Team UrbanChain steps into the ring for Charity Boxing Nights 2025
UrbanChain team members step into the ring to raise money for charity at Boxing Nights 2025.
08 Oct 2025
News UrbanChain: Supporting Family Action's FOOD Clubs
UrbanChain supports Family Action's FOOD Clubs initiative to help families across the UK.
30 Sept 2025
Team 'Turning Data into Direction': A Conversation with Oli, Head of Data at UrbanChain
Oli Bridges discusses his role as Head of Data at UrbanChain and how data drives the company's energy marketplace.
24 Sept 2025
News UrbanChain targets full US commercial scale by 2028
UrbanChain outlines plans to achieve full commercial scale in the US market by 2028.
16 Sept 2025
News Environmental Levy Changes – What They Mean for You
An overview of recent environmental levy changes and their impact on energy consumers.
03 Sept 2025
Team 'Driving Operational Excellence': A Conversation with Andrea, Head of Technical Operations at UrbanChain
Andrea McCutcheon shares insights on driving operational excellence as Head of Technical Operations at UrbanChain.
20 Aug 2025
News UrbanChain strengthens growth engine with appointment of Growth Marketing Manager
UrbanChain appoints a new Growth Marketing Manager to strengthen its growth strategy.
11 Aug 2025
News Graduate scheme launch key to supporting UrbanChain's rapid growth
UrbanChain launches graduate scheme to support rapid growth and develop new talent.
08 Aug 2025
Team Building the backbone of better energy: A conversation with Gary Hart, Head of Customer Operations at UrbanChain
Gary Hart discusses building customer operations at UrbanChain and delivering better energy experiences.
01 Aug 2025
News Unlock Improved Energy Costs, Greater Control, and ESG Impact Through Energy Sharing
How energy sharing through UrbanChain's platform delivers improved costs, control, and ESG outcomes.
30 Jun 2025
News The Sunday Times interview: Somayeh Taheri's journey from Iran to Manchester
The Sunday Times interviews UrbanChain CEO Somayeh Taheri about her journey from Iran to founding a UK energy company.
02 Jun 2025
News UrbanChain joins Tech Nation's Future Fifty 2025 Cohort
UrbanChain has been selected for Tech Nation's prestigious Future Fifty 2025 cohort.
14 May 2025
Thought leader Why local energy decision making is essential
The case for why local energy decision making is essential for a fairer, more resilient UK energy system.
26 Mar 2025
News Making renewable energy work for everyone
Energy bills are still too high for millions. Meanwhile, affordable solar power is just out of reach. The Resolution Foundation's Sunny day saving report shows solar's potential to change this.
24 Mar 2025
Q+A It's only through challenges that you grow
Duncan McGregor, Head of Legal at UrbanChain, discusses his career journey and why he joined the scale-up space.
24 Feb 2025
Q+A We have the potential for unlimited growth
UrbanChain CFO Paul Martin discusses the company's growth potential and financial strategy.
28 Jan 2025
News UrbanChain ranks 3rd in The Sunday Times 100 Tech
UrbanChain has been ranked 3rd in The Sunday Times 100 Tech list, recognising its exceptional growth.
17 Jan 2025
News Seasoned fintech executive joins UrbanChain
A seasoned fintech executive joins UrbanChain to bolster the company's leadership team.
09 Jan 2025
News UrbanChain appoints KPMG as partner for £50m Series B fundraise
UrbanChain has appointed KPMG to partner on a £50m Series B fundraise to accelerate growth.
17 Dec 2024
News ITN Business: The Renewable Energy Revolution
UrbanChain featured on ITN Business discussing the renewable energy revolution in the UK.
12 Nov 2024
News UrbanChain lands four gongs at Deloitte's 2024 UK Technology Fast 50
UrbanChain wins four awards at Deloitte's prestigious 2024 UK Technology Fast 50.
08 Nov 2024
News UrbanChain begins entry into US market
UrbanChain announces entry into the US energy market with plans for significant growth.
07 Nov 2024
Q+A Why I'm heading up UrbanChain's US expansion
Graeme Cooper discusses why he's leading UrbanChain's expansion into the US energy market.
07 Nov 2024
News UrbanChain joins pioneering low-income household project
UrbanChain joins a pioneering project to bring affordable renewable energy to low-income households.
26 Sept 2024
News UrbanChain becomes Blue Earth Summit Partner
UrbanChain partners with the Blue Earth Summit to promote sustainable energy solutions.
24 Sept 2024
News Somayeh Taheri selected as Northern Gamechanger
UrbanChain CEO Somayeh Taheri has been selected as a Northern Gamechanger for her impact on the energy industry.
18 Sept 2024
News UrbanChain expands into Base at Manchester Science Park
UrbanChain moves to new, larger offices at Base in Manchester Science Park to support rapid growth.
17 Sept 2024
Q+A Meet UrbanChain COO and CRO Julian Denée
Julian Denée's career spans three decades, starting at PWC and with spells at other major global companies including BP, Deloitte, Shell and SEFE Energy.
12 Sept 2024
News UrbanChain CEO lands European award
UrbanChain CEO receives prestigious European award for leadership in renewable energy.
06 Sept 2024
News UrbanChain commits to Local energy markets alliance
UrbanChain commits to the Local Energy Markets Alliance to advance decentralised energy in the UK.
25 Jul 2024
News Major milestone as UrbanChain secures electricity supply licence
UrbanChain achieves a major milestone by securing its electricity supply licence from Ofgem.
05 Jun 2024
News UrbanChain welcomes cluster of new recruits
UrbanChain welcomes a cluster of new recruits as the company continues its rapid expansion.
04 Jun 2024
News Equans partners with UrbanChain to deliver virtual power plant in Dudley
Equans and UrbanChain partner to deliver a virtual power plant in Dudley, pioneering local energy solutions.
22 May 2024
News Pivotal leadership hires at UrbanChain pinpoint restructuring, growth and ambition aims
UrbanChain makes pivotal leadership hires to drive restructuring and growth ambitions.
22 May 2024
News UrbanChain announces Elvis Kara promotion
UrbanChain announces the promotion of Elvis Kara within the organisation.
14 May 2024
News UrbanChain fuels exponential growth by appointing Clive Barton
UrbanChain appoints Clive Barton to fuel exponential growth in its renewable energy platform.
17 Jan 2024
News UrbanChain features in 150 game-changing tech deals 2023
UrbanChain has been recognised among the 150 most game-changing tech deals of 2023, highlighting its impact on the energy trading landscape.
20 Dec 2023
News Creation of local energy market lowers bills at Rhug Estate
UrbanChain has helped create a local energy market at Rhug Estate, delivering measurable savings on energy bills through UrbanChain's energy operating system.
14 Dec 2023
News Major office park takes next step in renewable energy journey with UrbanChain
A major UK office park has partnered with UrbanChain to advance its renewable energy strategy through UrbanChain's energy operating system.
23 Nov 2023
News UrbanChain reveals acquisition strategy ahead of planned IPO
UrbanChain has outlined its acquisition strategy as the company prepares for a planned initial public offering.
07 Nov 2023
Q+A Your journey as a Peer-to-Peer energy exchange customer
A step-by-step guide explaining what businesses can expect when they join UrbanChain's energy operating system.
03 Nov 2023
News Steep growth trajectory continues at UrbanChain
UrbanChain reports continued steep growth as demand for its energy operating system surges across UK businesses.
25 Oct 2023
News Exclusive: Saving the Food and Beverage Sector's Energy Crisis Once and For All
UrbanChain explores how its energy operating system can tackle the persistent energy cost challenges facing the UK food and beverage sector.
11 Oct 2023
News Companies energy bills driven down by peer-to-peer trading
Businesses across the UK are reporting lower energy bills after adopting UrbanChain's energy operating system.
07 Oct 2023
Thought leader Third party intermediaries can be the market makers of tomorrow
UrbanChain argues that third-party intermediaries have a crucial role to play as market makers in the future of decentralised energy trading.
19 Sept 2023
Thought leader Who can solve the UK metals industry energy dilemma? We can... and here's how
UrbanChain outlines how its energy operating system can address the UK metals industry's longstanding struggle with high energy costs.
12 Sept 2023
News UrbanChain's full steam growth continues in Q3-2023
UrbanChain reports another quarter of strong growth in Q3 2023, with expanding customer numbers and increasing trading volumes.
06 Sept 2023
News In-depth interview: Prolific North
UrbanChain's leadership sits down with Prolific North for an in-depth interview covering the company's growth, mission, and vision for the energy sector.
09 Aug 2023
News UrbanChain onboards major kitchen manufacturer
UrbanChain has onboarded a major UK kitchen manufacturer onto UrbanChain's energy operating system, delivering renewable energy savings.
18 Jul 2023
News Podcast: leading the transition to renewable energy
UrbanChain's leadership features on a podcast discussing the company's role in leading the UK's transition to renewable energy.
16 Jun 2023
News Business Spotlight with Ceri James and Somayeh Taheri
Ceri James and CEO Somayeh Taheri discuss UrbanChain's business model, growth strategy, and vision for the future of energy in this spotlight feature.
08 Jun 2023
News UrbanChain raises £5.25m Series A to fuel international growth
UrbanChain has closed a £5.25 million Series A funding round to accelerate its international expansion and platform development.
26 May 2023
News Green power recognition again for our CEO Somayeh
UrbanChain CEO Somayeh Taheri receives further recognition for her leadership in driving the adoption of green energy across the UK.
25 May 2023
News UrbanChain reveals £22m turnover pipeline
UrbanChain has announced a £22 million turnover pipeline, signalling strong commercial momentum and growing market demand for its platform.
03 May 2023
News We've been shortlisted for the Ashden Award for Energy Innovation
UrbanChain has been recognised as a finalist for the prestigious Ashden Award, celebrating pioneers in sustainable energy solutions.
28 Apr 2023
Thought leader The solution to unsustainable school energy bills
Schools across the UK are facing crippling energy costs, but local renewable energy sourcing offers a practical and affordable way forward.
30 Mar 2023
News UrbanChain secures £430k Government boost to power UK towards netzero
UrbanChain has received £430,000 in government funding to accelerate its mission of decarbonising the UK energy system.
28 Mar 2023
News UrbanChain hires trio of experts
UrbanChain strengthens its team with three new expert hires bringing deep experience across energy, technology, and business development.
26 Mar 2023
Q+A Meet… Gemma Scott
Get to know Gemma Scott, a valued member of the UrbanChain team, and learn what drives her passion for transforming the energy sector.
25 Mar 2023
Q+A Meet… Helena Mapals
Helena Mapals shares her experience at UrbanChain and what excites her about the future of decentralised energy.
20 Mar 2023
Q+A Meet… Atiqa Aziz
Atiqa Aziz discusses her role at UrbanChain and her enthusiasm for making renewable energy accessible to all.
19 Mar 2023
News Can the UK fix its gas storage problem? Our CEO speaks to The New Statesman
UrbanChain CEO discusses the UK's gas storage shortfall and the urgent need to accelerate the shift to renewable energy in an interview with The New Statesman.
10 Feb 2023
News UrbanChain CEO appears on The Centrist Podcast
UrbanChain's CEO joins The Centrist Podcast to discuss the future of the UK energy market and the role of technology in driving decarbonisation.
07 Feb 2023
News Biogas Channel: The energy market of the future is here
UrbanChain is featured on Biogas Channel discussing how its platform is building the decentralised energy market of the future.
16 Jan 2023
Q+A Meet… Basim Basheer Thayyil
Basim Basheer Thayyil talks about his role at UrbanChain and what inspires him to work at the intersection of technology and clean energy.
20 Dec 2022
Q+A Meet… Rebeka Fiona Lucas
Rebeka Fiona Lucas shares her story of joining UrbanChain and her vision for a more equitable energy system.
14 Dec 2022
Q+A Meet… Steven Prusinski-Stills
Steven Prusinski-Stills discusses his work at UrbanChain and why he is committed to helping reshape the energy industry.
13 Dec 2022
Q+A Meet… Ayesha Naureen
Ayesha Naureen reflects on her journey to UrbanChain and her dedication to advancing clean energy for communities across the UK.
12 Dec 2022
Thought leader Make the UK the world's next Silicon Valley?
The UK has the talent and innovation to rival Silicon Valley, but it needs the right policy environment and investment to get there.
02 Dec 2022
Thought leader The path to affordable energy for all
Achieving affordable energy for every household requires a fundamental shift towards local, renewable sources and smarter market structures.
17 Nov 2022
News UrbanChain reveals new hires
UrbanChain continues to expand its team with a series of strategic new appointments as the company scales its operations.
14 Nov 2022
Thought leader Making renewable energy technology a national (and global) public good
Renewable energy technology should be treated as a public good, ensuring its benefits reach communities both nationally and around the world.
11 Nov 2022
Thought leader Spotlight: Peer-to-peer energy trading
An in-depth look at how UrbanChain's energy operating system is reshaping the way consumers and producers interact in the energy market.
10 Nov 2022
Thought leader Close-up: Renewable energy infrastructure
Examining the critical role that renewable energy infrastructure plays in enabling a sustainable and resilient energy future.
24 Oct 2022
News Landmark Renewable Energy Deal For UK
A major renewable energy agreement marks a significant milestone in the UK's journey toward a cleaner energy system.
20 Oct 2022
News Dr. Somayeh Taheri Named On Insider's Green Power List 2022
UrbanChain CEO Dr. Somayeh Taheri has been recognised on Insider's prestigious Green Power List for her contributions to sustainable energy.
18 Oct 2022
Thought leader A Sneak Peek: Local Energy Markets
A preview of how local energy markets are set to transform the way communities generate, share, and consume renewable power.
26 Sept 2022
Thought leader The Future Of UK Energy Is Here
Exploring how new technologies and market models are already delivering the next generation of UK energy solutions.
15 Sept 2022
News Utility Week's Meet the Innovators: Somayeh Taheri, CEO, Urbanchain
Utility Week profiles UrbanChain CEO Somayeh Taheri as part of its Meet the Innovators series spotlighting energy sector leaders.
12 Sept 2022
Thought leader Cutting Corporate Energy Bills: With Clean, Green Tech
How businesses can reduce their energy costs while meeting sustainability goals through clean technology solutions.
01 Sept 2022
Thought leader Missing Opportunities To Lower Bills With Renewables No Longer An Option
With energy prices soaring, organisations can no longer afford to overlook the cost-saving potential of renewable energy procurement.
20 Jul 2022
News UrbanChain Reveals Office Move
UrbanChain announces a new office location as the company continues to expand its team and operations.
19 Jul 2022
News Meet the woman leading a green energy revolution – TechBlast
TechBlast profiles UrbanChain's founder and her mission to revolutionise the UK's approach to green energy.
25 May 2022
Thought leader Now Is The Time To Fix PPA Market Shortfalls
Addressing the structural shortcomings of the traditional Power Purchase Agreement market and the urgent need for reform.
29 Apr 2022
News Technology Can Solve The Energy Market Crisis
How innovative technology platforms hold the key to resolving inefficiencies and inequities in the current energy market.
20 Apr 2022
Thought leader The Safest Way To Boost Revenue And Accelerate Your ROI
How renewable energy generators can maximise their returns through direct market access and UrbanChain's energy operating system.
20 Mar 2022
News Unique energy market just for renewables welcomes Together Housing Association
Together Housing Association joins UrbanChain's renewable-only energy market to secure cleaner, more affordable power for its residents.
10 Dec 2021
News Landmark UrbanChain scheme sees hotels join P2P energy trading market
Hotels join UrbanChain's energy operating system through a pioneering partnership.
25 Sept 2021