Here are stories and insights from Electricity Transmission, showcasing the engineering, investment and people that are pivotal in running the electricity network that is turning the UK’s net zero ambitions into reality.
National Grid leads the way on cross-industry collaboration with Drones and Robotics Showcase event
An innovative event at National Grid’s Eakring training facility has brought the energy and aviation industries together, showcasing the drone space’s most cutting-edge technological advancements.
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Connections: what we’ve delivered in 2024
From our first grid park to the UK’s largest transmission-connected battery, we’ve plugged in nearly 3GW of energy projects to our network during 2024. Read on for our 2024 highlights.
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What NESO’s connections reform proposals mean for accelerating clean energy projects
We’ve responded to the National Energy System Operator (NESO)’s latest proposals on connections reform. Here’s our customer connections director John Twomey’s insight on what we think the plans mean for accelerating viable energy projects.
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How we’re innovating at National Grid to boost the energy transition
We’ve just published our 2023/24 Innovation Annual Summary, which reports on our latest funded projects that are finding new ways to make a difference to the energy transition.
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About National Grid
What is National Grid?
We’re the largest electricity transmission and distribution business in the UK, delivering electricity safely, reliably and efficiently to the customers and communities we serve, while working towards a cleaner, greener energy future.
National Grid in numbers
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Energy explained
Ever wondered what net zero means? Want to know how windfarms make energy? Or how electricity and gas gets to you? Here we answer all your energy questions.