Evaluation of limestone dust suitability as a cable backfill material

Buried high voltage cables are backfilled with cement-bound or selected sands which have desirable thermal properties, but high carbon and economic costs. Crushed limestone dust is a potential replacement material, yet its longevity and performance in acidic groundwater were unknown.

1 Mar 2024

Smart hammer operational analytics and translation

This project uses inspection data and analytics from smart hammers, a digital pole-testing tool, to better identify the condition of electricity poles, helping to improve network reliability, safety, and resilience to severe weather.

1 Oct 2026

Independent academic review of AI utilisation practices at ScottishPower

ScottishPower needed independent validation of its expanding AI use cases, ensuring alignment with emerging best practice and identifying improvements in performance, governance, ethics, and future strategic development.

1 Oct 2026

Common ground loop heat pumps

Scottish Power are investigating common ground loop heat pump systems as a net zero heating solution for high-density urban housing, particularly if these can be deployed without extensive retrofitting.

1 Oct 2026

Autonomous drone technology

This project looks at advancing autonomous drone technology for energy infrastructure innovation and regulatory insights.

1 Oct 2026