Short and lightweight T-Pylon wins DECC grid competition

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National Grid to begin work on developing new pylon design from Danish architect

The visual impact of the UK's electricity pylons may soon be significantly reduced, thanks to an innovative new pylon design. The design was today crowned the winner of a high-profile competition run by...

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