Yorkshire to lead UK's smart grid revolution

James S Murray
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But coalition's £54m project is dependent on Ofgem approving £28m grant

A coalition of energy firms have unveiled plans for a £54m smart grid project designed to test the impact of electric vehicles and solar panels on the UK grid. Under the project, announced yesterday...

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