Undergrounding Consultation Documents
Undergrounding Consultation Documents
Approach to the Design and Routeing of New Electricity Transmission Lines
Undergrounding Consultation Report
Approach to Undergrounding: Frequently asked questions
Health
Electric and Magnetic Fields: the facts
Produced by the Energy Networks Association, this guide explains the research undertaken with regard to electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) and health and discusses the conclusions of that research.
Factsheets
The Energy Challenge
The challenge the UK faces in meeting projected energy needs over the next few decades and our role in meeting this challenge.
National Grid and the Electricity Industry
Our role in the electricity industry and how we operate the electricity transmission system in England and Wales.
High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) electricity - The facts
An overview of direct current and HVDC electricity. How it is transmitted over long distances and an explanation of when it can be applied.
Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMFs)
Information on EMFs and how our transmission network is designed and operated to ensure public safety.
High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) electricity – Technical information
Technical information on HVDC and the situations under which we apply the technology.
Planning Act 2008
How companies consult with the public about major projects and our commitment to genuine and meaningful community engagement through the development of major projects.
Other National Grid Documents
National Grid’s commitments when undertaking work in the UK
Our stakeholder, community and amenity policy which sets out our ten commitments when undertaking electricity and gas work in the UK.
Seven year statement
Annually released document relating to the transmission system in Great Britain including details of demand, generation, plant margins, characteristics of the existing and planned national electricity ...
Offshore development information statement
The aim of the Offshore Development Information Statement is to help facilitate the development, in offshore waters, of an efficient, coordinated and economical system of electricity transmission.
Institution of Engineering and Technology cost review
National Grid's submission to KEMA
External Information
Our Electricity Transmission Network: A Vision for 2020 (Summary) produced by the Energy Networks Strategy Group (ENSG)
Our Electricity Transmission Network: A Vision for 2020 (Full Report) produced by the Energy Networks Strategy Group (ENSG)
Planning Act 2008: Guidance on pre-application consultation
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