We are becoming a separate company

In April 2019, the Electricity System Operator is becoming a separate company within the National Grid Group. Find out more about what this change will mean.
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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.

Sustainability ESO

Green GB Week - The Energy System of the future

On 15 October the UK government launched Green GB Week. This week highlights the opportunities clean growth offers the UK and raises understanding of how businesses can contribute to tackling climate change.

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Stakeholders ESO

ESO supports the launch of new electricity market arrangements for Ireland and Northern Ireland

This week has seen the successful launch of a new electricity market arrangement for Ireland and Northern Ireland.

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Innovation ESO

Shaping the whole electricity system of the future

The world of energy is transforming. The way we make it and the way we use it are being changed by advances in technology and the move to a low-carbon society.

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Stakeholders ESO

Why National Grid ESO is changing its spots

Our purpose at National Grid is to Bring Energy to Life and we are proud of the role we play in energising GB’s homes, businesses and communities.

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Stakeholders ESO

ESO prepares for first legally separate price control

Charlotte Morgan, the new independent Chair of the Electricity System Operator RIIO2 Stakeholder Group (ERSG), shares her thoughts on the journey ahead.

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Innovation ESO

Innovating for our energy future

New technologies and ideas are transforming the energy industry and, through innovation activity, National Grid’s Electricity System Operator (ESO) is at the forefront of creating tomorrow’s energy landscape.

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