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Discover, explore and experience stories from the heart of the energy industry.
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.
What is EV charging anxiety – and is range anxiety a thing of the past?
EVs are growing in popularity across the globe, largely because they’re seen as being instrumental in helping to reduce global carbon emissions and reach net zero. But there are still many uncertainties and even misconceptions about electric vehicles and their capabilities; two of the most common concerns being what’s known as ‘range anxiety’ and, more recently, ‘charge anxiety’.
Find out about charging vs range anxiety
What do National Grid’s helicopters do?
Our helicopters play a crucial part in carrying out inspections and repair work on overhead power lines in both the US and UK. 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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Is living next to a substation safe?
Electricity substations are an important part of our power infrastructure, but there are concerns around whether it’s safe to live close to one as they emit electric and magnetic fields (EMFs). Find out more about EMFs and the levels around substations.
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Journey to net zero
Electric school buses are helping drive the U.S. toward net zero
Electric school buses could offer a cleaner and cheaper way to help children arrive to school safely, while playing a part in the journey to net zero. Find out why more of the school buses in the U.S. are going electric.
How will our electricity supply change in the future?
The global ambition to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 means we’ll likely be using more electricity than ever before in the coming years. So how will this impact our current power networks and shape them in the future?
Why is net zero so important?
The race is on to reach net zero carbon emissions, but why is it so crucial that we do this? Find out why net zero is key in tackling global warming and what global governments are doing to make this happen.
The history of energy in the United States
These days, our energy can come from so many different sources, but where did the history of energy first begin? Here we look at the key discoveries and inventions throughout history that have paved the path to our energy present and future.
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National Grid security: how we keep the grid safe
A reliable, consistent energy supply is essential for keeping our hospitals, transport networks, schools and homes running. Find out how we keep the electricity grid secure and guard against potential threats.
What is a substation?
LNG is natural gas that's been reduced to a liquid state through cooling. It’s been part of the UK’s energy mix for many years, but could it be the fossil fuel that has yet to reach its true potential as we move towards low-carbon energy systems?
Heating our homes with hydrogen
Relying on fossil fuels to heat our homes, businesses and buildings is no longer an option if we’re to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050. We must now look to low- or no-carbon energy sources and hydrogen is one of the most promising options.
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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.