General · 9 July 2026

GB energy operator warns Thursday power tight amid heatwave.

Great Britain's energy system operator warned that "extreme temperatures" might affect electricity supplies on Thursday night. The National Energy System Operator (Neso) asked generators for more power as households use fans in the third heatwave this year. Neso also said that high temperatures across Europe are reducing the availability of some generation.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 July 2026 at 9:38

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