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National Grid Launches £8 Billion Plan to Power Britain’s Green Future

Ambitious transmission partnership aims to upgrade electricity network

31 July 2025 · 23:34 UTC

National Grid has unveiled an £8 billion electricity transmission partnership to accelerate Britain’s transition to clean energy.

The project will modernize key infrastructure and connect more renewable energy sources to the national grid.

Officials say the investment is crucial to meeting the UK’s net-zero emissions targets and ensuring reliable energy delivery as the country moves away from fossil fuels.