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Green recovery: Energy networks and Ofgem earmark £300m for green grid projects

Michael Holder
Michael Holder
clock 08 February 2021 •
The £300m funding pot is aimed at projects to support EV charging and batteries | Credit: National Grid
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The £300m funding pot is aimed at projects to support EV charging and batteries | Credit: National Grid

Major new grid spending plan confirmed as networks look to help drive green recovery

Britain's energy networks are seeking shovel-ready projects and initiatives that can help decarbonise the electricity grid, offering a total pot of up to £300m in funding support as part of a green recovery...

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