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Britain Approves $33 Billion Electricity Grid Upgrade

Ofgem greenlights major investment program

07 July 2025 · 23:25 UTC

Britain's energy regulator Ofgem has approved an initial investment of over $32 billion to upgrade the country's aging electricity grid.

The sweeping modernization program aims to support the transition to renewable energy, improve reliability, and prepare for a surge in electric vehicle demand as part of the nation's net-zero commitments.