In the first Future Energy Scenarios (FES) report as NESO, titled Future Energy Scenarios: Pathways to Net Zero 2025, we outline our expectation to see electricity demand increase from 290 Terawatt-hour (TWh) today to as much as 785 TWh by 2050. This surge emphasises the need to accelerate the delivery of clean electricity, bioenergy, hydrogen, and energy storage solutions. A clean future in Great Britain also requires empowering homes and businesses to embrace low-carbon heating and adopt energy efficiency measures as part of everyday life. Pathways to Net Zero FES…
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NESO launch new tool to drive connections queue progress proposed
NESO have published their RIIO-2 Business Plan 3 for the period April 2025 to March 2026 (BP3). This is their first business plan as NESO and the final plan for the RIIO-2 period. The energy system is the foundation of a thriving modern society in Great Britain. As the system continues to undergo rapid and fundamental transition, our focus remains on promoting net zero, access to affordable energy and ensuring security of supply for the nation. Their business plan identifies eight Performance Objectives that ensure they deliver value for consumers…
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The 1 October 2024 marks a pivotal moment for Britain’s energy with the establishment of the National Energy System Operator (NESO), the organisation that will guide Britain to a secure, clean and affordable energy future. This new organisation will have broad strategic oversight of both the electricity and gas systems, ensuring that Great Britain’s energy infrastructure is secure, resilient, flexible, and future-proof as the country decarbonises to reach net-zero. The creation of NESO is driven by an urgent need to unify and optimize Britain’s approach to energy. The current system,…
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