Heatwave pushes Great Britain’s grid operator to call for extra electricity from power plants
Great Britain’s National Energy System Operator (Neso) has issued a rare summer power supply warning due to a heatwave and low wind speeds. The operator is requesting extra electricity from power plants to maintain safety margins, though officials state that blackouts are not currently expected.
Why it matters
This highlights the vulnerability of energy grids to extreme weather events and the challenges of balancing supply and demand during heatwaves.
Neso says the electricity supply is not at risk and the notice does not mean a blackout is imminent. Photograph: Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Neso says the electricity supply is not at risk and the notice does not mean a blackout is imminent. Photograph: Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images Energy industry Heatwave pushes Great Britain’s grid operator to call for extra electricity from power plants Neso issues rare summer warning for Wednesday evening, as households turn on fans and air conditioning
The report relies on official statements from the grid operator and provides context on why the warning was issued.
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