This sector is crucial in supplying the country with essential services such as electricity, gas, water, and other utility services.
Electricity generation in the UK is diverse and includes a mix of sources, such as natural gas, nuclear, renewable energy (wind, solar, hydro), and some coal-fired power plants.
The transition to a low-carbon energy system is a priority, and the UK has made significant investments in renewable energy projects to reduce carbon emissions. The UK has been a leader in expanding its renewable energy capacity. Offshore wind farms, onshore wind, solar power, and biomass are significant contributors to the renewable energy mix.
The gas sector in the UK involves the production, importation, and distribution of natural gas. The National Grid Gas Transmission manages the high-pressure gas transmission system.
Nuclear power plays a role in the UK’s energy mix, with several operational nuclear power stations providing a significant portion of the country’s electricity.
Water and wastewater services are delivered by various water and sewerage companies. The sector is regulated by bodies such as Ofwat (Water Services Regulation Authority) to ensure fair pricing and high standards of service.
The UK has committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This transition poses challenges, including upgrading infrastructure, integrating renewable energy sources, and addressing the skills gap.
This aligns with PTSG’s commitment to become a carbon-neutral organisation. The Group’s five divisions have all been involved in providing specialist services in the energy and utilities sector, as the following case studies show:
Recent Projects
Sellafield
The award-winning (PFM Partnership Awards 2023) provision of water treatment services, including the creation of an on-site Legionella analysis microbiology laboratory at Sellafield
Severnside Energy Recovery Centre
Full lightning protection and earthing installation works at the Severnside Energy Recovery Centre(SERC) in Avonmouth
Scottish Water
Repairing the lightning protection system in place at the remote sites for Scottish Waterincluding Shetland and Orkney
