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Latest boost for Stability pathfinder as construction of flywheel begins

Construction of a synchronous condenser and flywheel at Welsh Power’s Rassau site in Ebbw Vale has begun which will play a key role in managing the stability of the electricity system.

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Our annual report: a year of progress and challenges for Britain’s electricity system

Our executive director Fintan Slye reflects on a year of strong progress and unique challenges for Britain's electricity system.

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New IT interface widens balancing mechanism access for smaller generators

Smaller providers can more easily access Great Britain’s balancing mechanism (BM) market from this week.

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A day in the life of an IEMS analyst

How does the IEMS help our control room to balance the energy system? Find out as we spend a day in the life of Pritesh Patel, IEMS Change Management Analyst

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A day in the life of: Natasa Dinic, Power System Manager

What temperature drives the lowest electricity demand and what are the key challenges that have faced our control room over the past decade? Find out as we spend a day in the life of a Power System Manager.

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What is Short Circuit Level?

What is Short Circuit Level and how does it help us to run a safe and secure electricity system?

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