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News : Strategic planning
ESO welcomes Transmission Network Review
We are committed to working with all stakeholders and communities - from Peterhead to Penzance - to ensure the grid Britain needs for the future is delivered.The Winser review is an independent…
News : Future energy
Blog feature: Innovating and implementing a zero-carbon energy future
Securing a low-carbon energy future and accelerating the route to net zero remains one of the biggest challenges and priorities for the ESO and energy industry right now. While this is driving an…
News : Energy 101
National Grid ESO’s real-time data dashboard shows Britain’s progress decarbonising electricity
New dashboard shows the live electricity mix and carbon emissions of power sourcesHistorical view of carbon intensity tracks Britain’s weekly decarbonisation progress  Carbon intensity of ESO’s…
News : Systems operation
Distribution system operation – the key to a smart, flexible electricity system
We’ve launched our distribution system operation (DSO) consultation, introducing our proposed approach to supporting the DSO transition. Whole Electricity System senior manager, Andy Wainwright,…
News : Systems operation
Our new approach to inertia and other stability services
National Grid ESO has just outlined a new approach to managing some key characteristics of the electricity system. Central to this approach will be the way we control one of the most important things…
News : Strategic planning
Electricity Ten Year Statement 2023 continues to highlight increased requirements across some key network boundaries
We’ve published our Electricity Ten Year Statement (ETYS) 2023, our view of future transmission requirements and the capability of Great Britain’s National Electricity Transmission System (NETS) over…
News : About NESO
Engaging politicians on our journey to net zero
We’ve been at the Conservative and Labour party conferences engaging with government and Members of Parliament on the energy transition as we move towards a zero-carbon energy system.At both…
News : Future energy
World-first Demand Flexibility Service exceeds expectations with businesses saving thousands of pounds while reducing carbon emissions
Our innovative Demand Flexibility Service has been a great success for participants, with signups exceeding expectations delivering a reduction of almost 800 megawatt hours (MWh) throughout events to…
News : Systems operation
Elexon: the company keeping Britain’s electricity market running smoothly
Great Britain’s electricity market is a precise and well-oiled machine. Between power being created at a generator and it reaching your home or business, there’s an intricate string of events that…
News : Future energy
Analysing the costs of our Future Energy Scenarios
Our Future Energy Scenarios examine different pathways the energy system could take between now and 2050. Each scenario sees 30 years of change with more electric vehicles, renewable energy and…