UK Grid Modernization
UK government initiatives and investment to modernize the electricity grid and cut energy costs.
10 events tracked
- Single source10 days ago
Non-profit takes over Britain's 39 million smart meters from Capita
Britain transfers oversight of 39 million smart meters to a non-profit startup, reshaping utility infrastructure governance.
The Guardian
- Single source11 days ago
National Grid builds UK's largest power hub on Teesside for AI datacentre
National Grid plans major substation on Teesside to serve incoming AI datacentre, signalling infrastructure investment tied to computing demand.
The Guardian
- Single source16 days ago
MPs condemn Sizewell nuclear funding as taxpayer burden
UK MPs criticize Sizewell nuclear plant deal as poor value for taxpayers, raising project cost and financing concerns.
The Guardian
- Single source16 days ago
UK minister warns remote areas face emergency risks from planned phone network shift
UK minister warns landline switchover will cut emergency access for vulnerable people if power or broadband fails.
BBC News
- Single source17 days ago
UK weighs subsidies for carmakers adopting vehicle-to-grid technology
UK government considers incentives for carmakers to use EVs as mobile power storage, supporting grid stability.
The Guardian
- Single source21 days ago
Power supply adequate through winter, grid chief says despite staff worries
UK grid operator confirms sufficient capacity to meet winter electricity demand despite earlier supply concerns.
BBC News
- Single source24 days ago
Grid operator's culture questioned after blackout-risk cover-up allegations
UK power grid inquiry finds concerning issues, raising questions about grid reliability and potential infrastructure investment needs.
The Guardian
- Single source28 days ago
Britain's grid balancing costs hit nearly £50m daily amid transmission bottlenecks
Great Britain's grid balancing costs hit nearly £50m daily, reflecting strain on power system management.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Burnham unveils Great British Grid proposal to challenge private electricity operators
Andy Burnham proposes GB Grid plan to reshape electricity grid control; energy bill impact unclear.
The Guardian
- Single sourceabout 1 month ago
Burnham plans state-backed entity to fund power grid upgrades
Andy Burnham to establish public body for electricity grid investment, signaling state involvement in UK energy infrastructure.
BBC News