National Grid plc
British multinational electricity and gas utility company
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society 2025-07-02 12:22
Heathrow suffers catastrophic shutdown due to long-ignored technical fault - An electrical substation fire shut down Heathrow Airport for nearly 18 hours, canceling over 1,300 flights in March.
- The fire was traced back to a preventable technical fault identified almost seven years prior, revealing neglected maintenance issues.
- Authorities called for investigations into energy resilience to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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business 2025-03-27 20:20
National Grid submits controversial Sea Link proposal amid environmental concerns - National Grid submitted plans for the Sea Link project, proposing a 90-mile undersea cable between Kent and Suffolk.
- The project aims to transport renewable energy, but it has faced opposition from environmental groups due to concerns about wildlife disruption.
- The Planning Inspectorate has 28 days to decide on the application, highlighting the ongoing conflict between energy development and environmental protection.
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business 2025-03-24 15:48
Heathrow confirms power adequacy despite operational shutdown - A fire at a substation near Heathrow led to an 18-hour operational shutdown.
- National Grid's chief executive stated that power was always available from two other substations.
- Heathrow's management prioritized safety, confirming the shutdown was necessary despite available power.
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business 2025-02-24 20:20
Massachusetts gas bills to drop by 10% as energy companies respond to customer complaints - Eversource and National Grid submitted proposals to decrease gas bills by 10% for March and April.
- The proposed reductions aim to alleviate financial pressure from high heating costs experienced in January and February.
- This initiative is part of a broader response to customer complaints regarding soaring delivery fees, highlighting the importance of consumer advocacy.
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business 2025-02-24 11:30
National Grid sells US renewables business for $1.735 billion - National Grid agreed to sell its US onshore renewables business to Brookfield Asset Management for $1.735 billion.
- This divestment is part of a strategy to focus on the company's energy networks and significant infrastructure investments in the UK.
- The sale reflects the shifting landscape of American energy policies and National Grid's commitment to enhancing the UK's energy infrastructure.
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environment 2024-12-10 07:07
National Grid blames fallen trees for power issues in Devon and Cornwall - Over 3,000 properties are still without power in the UK due to the aftermath of Storm Darragh.
- The storm produced wind gusts up to 96 mph, causing significant damage from fallen trees.
- Ongoing restoration efforts are being made by National Grid, emphasizing the scale of the storm's impact.
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environment 2024-12-10 00:00
Families devastated as Lapland trips get canceled last minute due to bad weather - Storm Darragh caused widespread wind damage in the UK, affecting hundreds of thousands of homes.
- Emergency services were overwhelmed with response efforts as two fatalities were reported from falling trees.
- The storm's severity has raised concerns about the preparedness of infrastructure in dealing with extreme weather events.
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business 2024-09-27 15:20
Surrey Approves Battery Storage System for National Grid Support - The Runnymede planning committee approved a battery energy storage facility in a green belt area near the River Wey.
- The system will store energy during high supply and release it during peak demand, supporting the National Grid.
- This development aligns with the council's climate change objectives and reflects a trend towards renewable energy management.
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politics, business 2024-08-17 00:00
Con Edison Gas Delivery Costs Under Scrutiny in New Study - Con Edison charges nearly 100% more for gas delivery compared to National Grid in New York City.
- Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres unveils a study revealing Con Edison's 'hidden overcharges' in gas delivery costs.
- The study exposes significant price disparities between Con Edison and National Grid in gas delivery services.
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business 2024-05-23 16:27
National Grid announces £7bn fundraise to power electricity network upgrades You've reached the end
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