Energy News – Early February 2025
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New research has warned that without further investment, the UK’s electricity network will become significantly constrained from 2030 as the economy electrifies. This is according to a new report from the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) and the Aldersgate Group.
The research, based on modelling by the University of Leeds, shows that industrial electrification will increase electricity use by 78% between 2024 and 2050.
The growth in demand from both industry and other sectors will put significant pressure on the UK’s distribution network, which is already struggling to meet current energy needs.
