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It’s been a busy morning at the #NGASummit,as we’ve announced an investment in Aina Climate AI Ventures. The commitment marks our fifth fund investment since our 2018 debut. Read more: https://t.co/KRe1Z4pGOh
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The @ngalliance_ Summit is officially underway! ⚡ Day 1 kicks off here in Boston as utility leaders, innovators, and startups gather to tackle the industry's most pressing challenges—AI integration, massive load growth, and innovation scaled across the grid.
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We’re not just imagining the future of energy. We’re building it. ⚡#NationalGridInnovates National Grid Chief Information & Digital Officer, Talvis Love and Kraken’s Head of Implementation, Lily Stein take the stage to discuss what the future of energy holds.
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But we also need cross-industry collaboration, which is why we founded the NextGrid Alliance to introduce other utilities to startups and developing technologies. Tomorrow, we kick off our third annual summit. Watch this space for more!" - Steve Smith, Chief Strategy &
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"Today at our second annual Innovation Day, we showcased how National Grid is working to solve the world's greatest energy challenges. From smart meters that give customers more control over their spending, to AI and drones that keep our networks up and running, innovation is the
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How do we solve the world’s greatest energy challenges? 🌎Today we’re at Innovation Day with @ngpartners_ exploring how innovation & startups are transforming our industry for the better. #NationalGridInnovates
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Power supplies have been restored to all customers connected to our North Hyde substation, including Heathrow, allowing operations to resume at the airport. We are now implementing measures to help further improve the resilience levels of our network. We are deeply sorry for the
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We’re sorry for the disruption caused by a fire at our North Hyde substation and for the loss of power supplies in the area. Teams have been working around the clock to restore power as soon as possible. Working in partnership with the local network operator SSEN Distribution,
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A fire at North Hyde substation in West London has damaged equipment, leading to a loss of power supply in the area. We are working at speed to restore power supplies as quickly as possible and will provide an update as soon as we can.
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Our restoration team of more than 2,400 field workers is active across Upstate NY as severe weather continues to hover over the region. Heavy snowfall, damaging winds, below-freezing temperatures and unsafe travel conditions are expected to continue for the next few days. Our
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Our line workers, field teams, support staff and external crews are prepared for the wintry mix of rain, snow, sleet, ice and high winds expected across portions of Upstate New York. We have activated our comprehensive emergency response plan, including pre-staging crews and
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📣 We've launched a multi million pound project to connect the UK's largest EV battery factory, which will create 4,000 green tech jobs. 🚘 Set to open in #Somerset in 2026, the facility - run by @TataCompanies' global battery business - aims to supply half of the batteries
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Data centres and AI are transforming industries worldwide - but they’re also driving energy demands. Live from #COP29, join us as we explore how the energy sector can sustainably power this digital shift, balancing tech innovation with climate goals. 💡 Watch live and hear from
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🔌 We've just connected @TagEnergy1's new 100MW/200MWh storage facility to the grid in North Yorkshire, making it the UK’s largest transmission connected battery. Battery storage, or battery energy storage systems, are devices that allow energy from renewables, like solar and
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“Microsoft Copilot is really going to be a difference maker for National Grid.” says Shannon Soland, Interim Chief Information Digital Officer, at @NationalGridUK. Discover why: https://t.co/uf6534NDUg
#MSAzureUK #Copilot #AIIntegration
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This morning, we sent 43 additional employees from Charlton, MA, joining the more than 200 of our specialists already positioned, including fleet and safety personnel, field supervisors, management and our Mobile Emergency Operation Center vehicle south to support restoration
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"The pylons and cables that shift electricity from new plants to households and businesses have become the forgotten part of the green transition." There is an urgent need for transmission lines to be deployed much faster. Helpful summary in the @FT:
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Transmission lines and energy storage solutions need to be deployed much faster
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😎 Looking for weekend listening? Check out the latest #TheCleanEnergyRevolution podcast episode, where Carolyn and Laura are back to explore the tech driving the clean energy transition. 🌱 🤖 Hear from Google’s Neil Osborne on AI-powered energy optimization 🌤️ LineVision’s
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Today we remember those who lost their lives on 9/11 and the heroes who emerged in the face of tragedy. Their bravery and sacrifice will never be forgotten. We stand united in remembrance, holding close the values of compassion, unity, and hope for a better future. 🇺🇸#Remember911
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Have you started sixth form this year? It can be tricky to decide what to do and university isn't for everyone - so why not consider earning whilst learning with an apprenticeship in the energy sector? Hear from @nationalgriduk apprentices 📽️👇 https://t.co/zggN3JanGO
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