Rugby World Cup: brought to you by hydropower

Jessica Shankleman
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National Grid expects demand to soar to 500MW during first game this evening

Renewable energy will play a crucial role in helping to keep the lights on this evening as millions of people across the UK tune in to watch the start of the Rugby World Cup. Engineers at National Grid...

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