Whether you’re gripped by a newly released blockbuster or some nail-biting sport, understandably you might not think about where the electricity keeping your TV running is coming from. Only a decade or so ago, one of the biggest tests of the electricity grid would come at half-time during a major football match or during the ad break of a cliff-hanger soap special, when everyone would stick the kettle on. That particular phenomenon occurs less commonly now as the way we consume energy and entertain ourselves has changed. Today, electricity is powering wi-fi-enabled streaming devices and experience-enhancing extras such as mood lighting and sound bars.

But how can we continue enjoying our favourite entertainment while using cleaner, greener energy? Our electricity grid is about to undergo the largest overhaul in generations, and it’s called The Great Grid Upgrade. This transformative scheme will help transport renewable energy to the homes and businesses across England and Wales that need it. That means electricity created from a wind turbine in the North Sea could power your TV, and all the bells and whistles that come with it