. Clean energy is now the primary source of power in the UK. Clean energy will account for more than half the UK’s electricity generation, which is the first such event since the industrial revolution. The National Grid is the UK’s transmission provider. 2019 marks a turning point in the country’s shift to renewable energy. The UK will be relying more on renewable energy sources like wind, solar, nuclear and hydropower this year than it did in the past decade. This is according to data from National Grid. Source: National Grid This historic accomplishment comes after the UK Government established a new goal of zero net emissions by 2050.. To transition to clean energy, the UK must make significant improvements to its transmission network. National Grid stated that they are investing approximately PS1.3 billion annually to help the transition. John Pettigrew is the CEO of National Grid. He stated: “The remarkable progress made by Britain over the last ten years means that 2019 will mark the beginning of net zero power. This year, for the first, fossil fuel-fired generation can be surpassed.” Now that we have reached the tipping point, it is time to ask ourselves: What can we do today to make net zero a reality as soon as possible? We take seriously our responsibility for running the UK’s gas and electricity energy systems in compliance with our license obligations. These systems must be maintained while keeping the energy prices low for UK residents and businesses. As we continue to work towards a net-zero power grid, we will be proud to highlight the world’s best British engineering feats. The interconnectors connecting our electricity grid to Norway’s hydropower are part of the story. So is the ability to bring on-stream renewable power to supplement conventional sources. These interconnectors will accelerate our efforts to deliver cleaner and greener energy for Britain, Britain’s travel, and our work, as fast as possible.
