UK energy networks 'need radical transformation' to enable low carbon future

Michael Holder
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Energy Technologies Institute calls for clear decisions to be made soon over upgrading networks to support a clean energy transition

The UK must unlock investment in upgrading current energy networks infrastructure if the country is to move to a low carbon energy system that harnesses generation from varied sources, the Energy Technologies...

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