Does the UK have a smart grid?

The UK has made significant progress to date in deploying smart grids and has made a considerable investment in smart grid research and demonstration projects.

Where can I find information about UK Smart Grid projects?

The Energy Networks Association Smart Networks Portal lists the various UK smart grid projects and is a good resource to find information about the major players (potential buyers and partners for U.S. companies) involved in this space.

Does Britain need more grid infrastructure?

Britain must increase the amount of grid infrastructure that is built every year by a factor of seven, says Adam Bell, formerly the government’s head of energy strategy, now of Stonehaven, a consultancy. The current system is not equipped to meet this challenge. Regulatory processes are geared to slow and predictable change.

Does the UK need a national grid?

The UK government needs to meet its medium and longer-term carbon emission reduction targets cost effectively. But in order to do so it recognised that it needed to review the operation and design of the National Grid. Imperial College London (ICL) conducted a review of the current approach, which was designed in the 1950s.

Why should you invest in the UK smart grid market?

The UK market offers opportunities for innovative U.S. companies that produce smart grid technology.

Who is involved in the development of the smart grid in GB?

Various actors are involved in the development of the smart grid in GB, including the government (Department of Energy and Climate Change, DECC), a national regulatory authority (Ofgem), network companies, equipment manufacturers, and academia.