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The economic landscape, developments in technology, evolving business models and consumer behaviour are changing at an unprecedented rate, creating more opportunities than ever before. Here, we discuss the latest thinking in our industry.

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How we’re helping smaller generators to change their settings

Graham Stein, Network Operability Manager at National Grid ESO, explains why we’re helping smaller generators to change their settings.

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Energy security ESO

Sky’s COBRA series – a (solar) storm in a teacup, or genuine possibility?

National Grid ESO’s resident space weather expert Andrew Richards explains the reality of the threats posed to the UK’s electricity system from solar storms, and what we do to minimise the risks.

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A low angle view of an electric car connected to a spiral charging lead Media ESO

Batteries on wheels and smart charging

Batteries on wheels and ‘smart’ charging - National Grid ESO’s Marcus Stewart explains the road ahead for electric vehicles and the electricity system

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Innovation ESO

Digitalising the grid: our ambition for harnessing data and technology

National Grid ESO's Rob Rome and Nikki Jamieson outline the organisation's vision and next steps for the digitalisation of the electricity system as we move towards zero carbon operation.

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Energy security ESO

National Grid ESO response to E3C and Ofgem reports into August 2019 power outage

Energy regulator Ofgem and the Energy Emergencies Executive Committee (E3C) have both published final reports today into the power cut of 9 August 2019.

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Insight ESO

National Grid Electricity System Operator data shows record breaking year for Britain’s electricity

Records tumbled throughout 2019 with higher levels of renewable power meaning Great Britain’s reliance on fossil fuels hit an all-time low, according to National Grid Electricity System Operator data.

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