ESO Innovation | National Grid ESO

Innovation is critical to helping us meet the challenges of transitioning to a zero carbon future. As we sit at the very heart of the energy system, we play a central role in overcoming these challenges.

Sections in Innovation

What we do at ESO Innovation

We work with innovation partners to solve problems arising from the energy system transition and to maximise benefits for the GB System and the end consumer. We run innovation events to explore new ideas, develop innovation projects, and share the outcomes of our innovation activities.

How we work

We co-create and deliver innovation projects with academic and industry partners across sectors. These will help us to operate the electricity transmission system more effectively in the future.

Key documents

Innovation Strategy 2022

Our strategy for the future energy system, and for shaping mega-trends. This addresses: changing supply and demand patterns, new players and new markets, and challenges to how the grid is operated in future.