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What is the National Grid?
The National Grid is the high-voltage electricity transmission network that carries power across Great Britain. It's like the motorways for electricity, moving power from where it's generated (power stations, wind farms) to local distribution networks, which then deliver it to your home. Upgrades help it cope with increasing demand and new energy sources.
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