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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.

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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.

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Electricity pylons with transmission lines in fields with Tilbury B Power Station in the background

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.

Wind turbine in the sea seen from above - for National Grid's multi-purpose interconnector (MPI) story

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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Substation engineer joins the rescue work in earthquake-hit Turkey

Imagine going to bed expecting to go to work the next day but being woken up at 5:30am by a call that means your day takes a significantly different turn. This happened to David Jones, who is also an emergency rescue volunteer, earlier this month.

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Solar-powered tiny homes help tackle homelessness in New York

As part of our Project C initiative, we have teamed up with A Tiny Home for Good to help those who face homelessness in Central New York State, providing them with places to live and thrive that are also affordable and energy efficient.

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National Grid helicopter in the US inspecting power lines

What do National Grid’s helicopters do?

Our helicopters play a crucial part in carrying out inspections and repair work on overhead power lines. Find out how they are making it safer, faster and more cost-effective for us to keep the electricity network maintained and operating effectively.

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