UK grid prepares for World Cup spike in electricity demand

James Murray
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UK grid prepares for World Cup spike in electricity demand

Tournament set to be the lowest carbon to date for the TV viewing public, as renewables continue to dominate the grid

The National Energy Systems Operator (NESO) has today provided an update on its preparations for the World Cup, which is set to deliver a series of peaks in power demand during games that are scheduled...

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