Welcoming National Grid CEO

Project Engineer Andy Brown and Project Supervisor Simon Lukins, along with the team at Linxon gave a tour of Shurton substation, which, once complete, will plug Hinkley Point C into National Grid’s network. John then paid a visit to EDF’s site next door, to witness the scale of the works and progress at first hand.

John also made time to meet with other members of the Hinkley Connection team to learn how the 14 stages that make up the project are shaping up. He also heard how National Grid is supporting and engaging with schools and communities along the route.

National Grid and TenneT to jointly develop vision to link offshore wind farms to Britain and the Netherlands

National Grid Ventures, the commercial development arm of National Grid plc, and Dutch Transmission System Operator TenneT have today (22 Sept), announced a cooperation agreement to explore the feasibility of connecting Dutch and British wind farms to the energy systems of both countries via subsea electricity cables called interconnectors.The development would be the first of its kind for the UK and the Netherlands in the North Sea.

Next gen interconnectors could create green energy hubs

Great Britain has already built a world-leading offshore wind industry but, to reach the Government’s target of net zero by 2050, we need to take this a step further.

National Grid Metering recognise career milestones by celebrating long service awards

It is important to us to recognise our employees service throughout their career. We have recently celebrated long service awards ranging from five years to an outstanding 40 year service. Incredible achievements and a true testament to our wide breadth of knowledge, ability and a wonderful demonstration of loyalty to our business. 

Green collar jobs: Laura Rainey – making smart meters matter

I run our smart meter business. Smart meters let people have visibility and control over how they use energy, which can mean their usage is more efficient. At a national level, they can help the transition to a cleaner energy system by supporting the uptake of new technologies, such as electric vehicles and renewable generation. For example, smart meters are enabling a whole new generation of electricity tariffs so you can charge your electric vehicle when energy prices are low.
 

Green collar jobs: Gideon Banner – acting to improve the environment

I’m a Senior Analyst for Sustainability in Property Services. I joined the company in 2018 and am responsible for managing and improving sustainability at all our facilities in the US. It’s about conservation, sustainability and combating climate change.
 

Future Thinking: How digital is helping to decarbonise the energy system

In 2019 Britain experienced the cleanest year on record. For the first time since the Industrial Revolution, the amount of zero carbon power outstripped that generated from fossil fuels. This is a clear signal that the energy landscape is being transformed as more and more renewable power is connected to the electricity network.

Helping to fight hunger with Feeding America

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to more people being unemployed or underemployed and facing food insecurity; it’s estimated that more than 54 million Americans, including 18 million children, will struggle to find their next meal.

Keep yourself and your family safe at home - by being gas safe

All gas appliances should be regularly serviced by a Gas Safe registered engineer, and you can check the register here or call the register on 0800 408 5500. Always check the engineer’s Gas Safe ID card, so you know they’re qualified to do the work required.

Supporting carers during stressful times

My dad was always my hero, so when he was diagnosed with terminal cancer in April 2019 I was devastated. It came as a huge shock to the family, particularly my mum who idolised him – they’d been married for 45 years. My dad had been suffering from a lack of appetite for a few years and had been getting regular vitamin B12 injections to treat this. Then he saw a new doctor who sent him for some more tests to investigate what was going on. It soon became clear it was serious.