SP Energy Networks

💡We’re unlocking access to more data about our network with the release of our aggregated smart meter data, covering over 105,000 smart meters across 1,600 transformers in constrained substations. 🔌⚡Smart meters record electricity consumption every half hour. We aggregate the data to maximise its usefulness and are making this available on our 🌐Open Data Portal, whilst protecting individual privacy. But that’s not all - we’re now sharing smart meter penetration data, showing how widely smart meters are embedded across our network. We’re also sharing LV monitoring data for 1,600 transformers, enabling our stakeholders to understand constraints on our low-voltage network and supporting targeted development of new flexibility services. 🔎Combined, these datasets provide a clear picture of energy usage on our network and enhance visibility of our network. This improves how we manage our network and enables more accurate interruption notifications and quicker restoration of network faults - enabling us to address network constraints before they become a problem. 🤝Each of these datasets have been carefully prepared with methods that allow us to protect to the privacy of our customers, whilst maximising the usefulness of the data. 🔁 By sharing, and combining these datasets, we’re supporting developers, generators, market participants and innovators in making informed decisions based on real world insights, and contributing to a more efficient, flexible energy system which supports the transition to a decarbonised electricity system by 2035. 🌐Ready to explore? Visit our Open Data Portal at: https://lnkd.in/eF5cDgMU and get in touch with our Open Data team to tell us how we can support your data needs and to share how you are using our data. #SPEnergyNetworks #Data #OpenDataPortal #SmartMeters

🌟 Join Us for Our Community Energy Webinar! 🌟 In partnership with Energy Saving Trust, we’re hosting our third community energy workshop on 30th April at 12:30. Learn how to connect your community project to our network with expert guidance on the connections process. What to Expect: 🔌Electricity Grid Insights: Understand the grid's structure and capacity. 🔌Customer Journey: From application to project delivery, meet the teams involved in each stage. 🔌Quotations: Types, timescales, and costs explained for the application process. 🔌Available Tools: Discover helpful resources on our website and where to find them. Whether working on a project or exploring possibilities, this workshop is your chance to gain knowledge and inspiration from sector experts. Register Now to secure your spot! 🚀 https://lnkd.in/eeycvR_h

You may have heard on the news - we're saying "so long" to Scotland’s oldest transmission line! 👋 Known as the ‘G-Route’, the electricity transmission line was built in 1929 to connect three coal-fired power stations in Renfrewshire; Dellingburn, Yoker and Braehead. The line was constructed following the 1926 Electricity Act, which kicked off the connection of over 120 coal-fired power stations around the country using overhead transmission lines. 🌍⚡ Now, in place of the aging steel towers, this section of the network is served by 182 wooden poles, providing a more resilient and reliable service to its customers and enabling greater electrification of the region. Nicknamed ‘Trident’ due to their design, these wooden poles have been used in place of the steel towers due to the nature of the circuit needed to support the lines’ customers. Read more on our website ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eS8W_6UG Richard Wylie, Lead Design Engineer at SP Energy Networks, said: “One hundred years ago, a group of ambitious engineers began work to connect up Britain’s electrical grid and bring electricity into homes and changing people’s lives forever. “These transformative towers helped open up access to electricity to those who had never had it before – modernising and evolving the home to be able to adopt revolutionary appliances that are now a regular part of everyday life. “A century on and we’re embarking on a multi-billion pound investment in our transmission network – the greatest rewiring of the network since it was built– to open up capacity on the grid to transport clean, homegrown electricity to power communities across Britain towards an all-electric future.” #SPEnergyNetworks #EnergySecurity #NetZero #CleanPower2030

🎙️ Powering Conversations – Episode 2 🎙️ Join Nia Lowe, SP Energy Networks, Grant Spence, Net Zero Energy Systems and David Flynn, University of Glasgow, for our second episode of Powering Conversations. ⚡ In this episode, our experts delve into the transition from Distribution Network Operator (DNO) to Distribution System Operator (DSO), uncovering how our electricity system must evolve to dynamically balance supply and demand as we work towards Net Zero. 🌍💡 🎧Listen now, or tune in on Spotify, Apple Music, or your favourite podcast platform. https://lnkd.in/eHBNmkXy #PoweringConversations #NetZero #EnergyRevolution #FutureOfEnergy

We have donated eight laptops to Community Veterans Support (CVS) in Glasgow! 🎉 This will help to fast-track the centre’s tech upgrade plans, replacing its outdated IT systems and ensuring that disused technology is usefully repurposed♻️🌍 CVS has been a lifeline for veterans in the Glasgow area for over 12 years, giving them access to essential services and encouraging sense of community. Our donated laptops allow the veterans access to better tools to upskill and stay connected to their community, regardless of their location 🤝 David Devenney, former Royal Marine and Director of the centre said “This tech upgrade marks a significant leap forward for our centre. Now, our veterans will be able to access training and engage in hybrid working. This is particularly important for our hospitalised veterans and will ensure that they remain connected and continue to develop essential skills.” Visit our website to read more: https://lnkd.in/gmQg84Cc #LocalCommunity #SPEnergyNetworks #CommunityVeteransSupport

Coppermine Community Centre has reopened its doors after undergoing a major renovation - all thanks to our Transmission Net Zero Fund! The vital community hub, run by the 1st Gourock Scouts recieved a £169,563 funding boost to install brand new windows and doors and complete an overhaul of its heating systems - making it a more energy efficient space for a host of local groups to enjoy. To celebrate, we visited the Centre's re-opening alongside members of the community and local councillors where we learned about the journey of the building from those who use it every day. Learn more here at: https://lnkd.in/gnsVb5G9 #NetZeroFund #ClimateAction #CommunityDecarbonisation #Sustainability

Flexibility services play a crucial role in balancing supply and demand as we transition to a smarter, Net Zero energy system. To support uptake in our flexibility services, we are providing visibility and access to data which enables you to plan, invest in and take part in our growing flexibility market. To support this, we are now publishing data on: • Assets which have been registered for flexibility services – find out what is being offered on our network • Historic flexibility competitions - letting you see what opportunities have been made available and where • Historic flexibility bids – letting you see what has been offered into previous competitions and what has been successful Flexibility services provide an opportunity for businesses, communities, and technology providers to adjust their energy use or generation to help balance the grid—reducing the need for expensive upgrades and supporting Net Zero ambitions. This data can help you make more informed decisions, explore opportunities, and get involved in providing services to help balance our network. Explore the data on our Open Data Portal or get in touch with our Open Data and Flexibility Teams to find our more and to let us know how we can support your needs. Visit our Open Data Portal to find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eF5cDgMU #SPEnergyNetworks #Flexibility #FlexibilityServices #Data

We’re proud to have achieved two BSI Kitemarks for Service Excellence and Inclusive Service 🎉 As the first UK company to achieve Service Excellence and Inclusive Service Kitemarks, we're setting the gold standard for customer service across Scotland, England, and Wales. This double success underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering high standards and inclusive service to all our customers. We're excited to continue raising the bar and making a positive difference by putting customers front and centre of everything we do. Here's to our incredible team and our wonderful customers! 🥳 https://ow.ly/QY5n50VrsS3

📅🚗 Drivers in the #Kincardine area are being advised of two weekend road closures to enable essential work to upgrade the electricity network. The A977 will close from 19.30 on Friday 4 April until 06.00 on Monday 7 April and again from 19.30 on Friday 11 April to 06.00 on Monday 14 April as we undertake vital work on the electricity network in the area. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/gDMHJpCm 🌍⚡ Raymond Lindsay, site manager for SP Energy Networks, said: “We’re investing in our electricity network to help all of our customers move towards an all-electric future. “The work we are carrying out in Clackmannanshire will help provide a more resilient and reliable electricity network for the region as well as ensuring there is enough space on the network for our customers to connect in their low carbon technologies, like heat pumps and electric vehicles. “We apologise for any disruption caused by the works and would urge any road users to plan ahead during if they are travelling within the area during both these weekends in early April.” #SPEnergyNetworks #EnergySecurity #CleanPower2030 #NetZero #ElectricityTransmission

To celebrate the renewal of our community partnership with Wrexham AFC, we hosted 80 young girls for a Festival of Football! We're delighted that our expanded partnership now includes female football development and a young leaders’ program as well as support for the club’s Para teams. Joined by stars from Wrexham’s first team’s stars, the girls enjoyed a fun-filled day with small sided games, challenges, expert coaching as well as interactive games and education from our team to inspire them and open their eyes to future careers in STEM. Together, we've been driving community engagement, creating inclusive opportunities, and breaking down the barriers that prevent people from participating in football. Find out more 👉 https://lnkd.in/ekKUCEyW