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Energy is changing. Meet the people driving this transformation, discover the tech and engineering solutions helping us to deliver a cleaner energy system and explore what the future might look like.

The history of wind energy

Wind is a growing source of reliable and clean energy around the world and a crucial part of the journey to net zero. But when did people first start to harness the power of the wind? When was the first wind turbine created? What did wind energy look like and how has it evolved?
Find out about the history of wind energy

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National Grid’s net zero milestones 2023

Every year, we work harder to find new innovative ways of decarbonising the energy system. Read about some of the impressive milestones we achieved in 2023, taking us closer to making net zero a reality.

What is renewable natural gas (RNG)?

RNG is derived from a variety of organic waste materials used in daily life, such as food waste, biodegradable plant material and more. It's important since wind and solar energy are intermittent and often rely on supplemental supply of power.

The innovative and futuristic technologies improving our electricity networks

From robot dogs to AI, all kinds of exciting new technologies are helping keep our electricity networks resilient, safe and efficient as we make the transition to cleaner energy.

Where does electricity come from? The journey of electricity to your home

Electricity plays a huge part in our lives, but where does that electricity actually come from? And how does it get from where it’s made into our homes and businesses?

What is renewable energy storage?

Storing renewable energy plays an increasingly important part in reaching net zero carbon emissions. Find out about the various technologies used for renewable energy storage.

What are multi-purpose interconnectors?

Multi-purpose interconnectors are subsea electricity cables that connect the UK’s electricity system to those of neighbouring countries and also connect offshore power generators to the shore.

What is a T-pylon?

The T-pylon is the first new design for UK electricity pylons in nearly 100 years.

Can wind turbine blades be recycled?

While wind power can generate clean, cheap, zero carbon electricity, what happens to old wind turbine blades and can they be recycled at the end of their operational lives?

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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.

 

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