Journey to net zero

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National Grid’s net zero milestones: 2021

23 December 2021

Every year, we work harder than ever to find new innovative ways of decarbonising the energy system and moving closer to reaching our net zero ambitions. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future, and this year we’ve achieved some impressive milestones that take us a step closer to making a net zero future a reality for everyone.

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Caroline Bradley - Cable Engineering Manager

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Green collar jobs: Caroline Bradley – sharing clean energy between different countries

10 February 2022

Cable Engineering Manager Caroline Bradley tells us about her work on North Sea Link – the world’s longest subsea cable, which shares clean energy between the UK and Norway – plus the importance of diversity within the energy industry and why it’s an exciting time to join the ‘green collar’ workforce.

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One of the US’ first green hydrogen blending projects launches on Long Island

15 December 2021

National Grid and the Town of Hempstead have announced a joint project to build one of the first and largest clean hydrogen projects in the US. The HyGrid Project, located on Long Island, will aid in decarbonizing networks by blending green hydrogen into the existing distribution system, and is expected to heat approximately 800 homes and fuel 10 municipal vehicles.

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East Coast Hydrogen report marks first major step to convert UK’s gas networks to hydrogen

14 December 2021

We have launched our East Coast Hydrogen feasibility report at the House of Commons, which shows that, over a 15-year timescale, the new programme would see up to 39,000 businesses and over 4 million homes converted to hydrogen; helping to reduce the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions.

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Project replacing SF6 with greener alternative will cut emissions from high-voltage equipment

9 December 2021

National Grid has partnered with Hitachi Energy in a pilot project at Richborough Substation in Kent, to develop and deploy a new solution to replace greenhouse gas Sulphur Hexafluoride (SF6) with a greener alternative.

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New online tool will help UK ports transition to net zero

1 December 2021

National Grid has partnered with Siemens to create a free online tool to help UK ports meet their net zero targets. The tool will aid decarbonisation by helping ports forecast the future infrastructure needed to meet potential increased demand for electricity from zero emission operations.

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How can I reduce my carbon footprint at home?

15 November 2021

Keen to reduce your carbon footprint? It’s now possible to know when the electricity you’re using at home will cause less carbon emissions, by using our app or our digital voice assistant skill.

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London to Glasgow cycle challenge

6 October 2021

National Grid’s David Welling will be cycling from London to the COP26 global summit in Glasgow; a route that will take 7 days, cover more than 1,000km and visit 10 sites of projects working towards net zero – while also raising money for charity.

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