The transition to cleaner, greener energy means that big changes are needed to the infrastructure that keeps it flowing to our homes and businesses. So how are these changes making a difference to the workforce of today - and of tomorrow? In this episode of The Clean Energy Revolution, Max finds out about: New York’s Community Offshore Wind project, which could create up to 10,000 new jobs in the Northeast US. The innovation needed to ‘upgrade’ the UK’s electricity grid, and how it will lead to new ways of working in a digital age. Why a huge range of skills and roles - not just engineering and construction - will be essential for a successful energy transition and a cleaner future. Discover more about National Grid at www.nationalgrid.com The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and not of National Grid. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The infrastructure that helps bring more clean, renewable energy to our homes and businesses is an essential part of the journey to net zero. But wouldn't it be great if the work that's being done to make this happen was also bringing positive changes for people, places and our natural environment? In this episode of The Clean Energy Revolution, Max finds out about: A project that's helping preserve the habitats of local butterfly populations along the right of way for National Grid’s networks. The world's largest vertical farm, where access to more clean energy is allowing foodstuffs to be produced with a much lower environmental impact. The various ways that communities in Minnesota and beyond are benefiting from local construction of energy infrastructure – even long after the work is completed. Discover more about National Grid at www.nationalgrid.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information        The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and not of National Grid. 

In this episode of The Clean Energy Revolution, Max La Manna discovers new ways that people and businesses can reduce their carbon emissions and the energy they use, and asks what this could mean for our homes and lifestyles – as well as for the planet.   In the studio, Max is joined by Tristram Stuart - a writer and expert on the environmental and social impacts of food – as well as self-titled ‘Food Waste Disruptor’ Martyn Odell, aka @lagomchef, for a chat about low-energy cooking and how food waste contributes to global emissions. In Glasgow, Laura Young, aka @LessWasteLaura, visits a nightclub that gets its energy from harnessing the body heat generated by clubbers. She also talks to young people from the 2050 Climate Group about how the city has been affected since hosting COP26, and how they’re changing their own lifestyles to become greener. Discover more about National Grid at https://www.nationalgrid.com/ Less Waste Laura: https://www.lesswastelaura.com/ Tristram Stuart: https://www.tristramstuart.co.uk/ Martyn Odell: https://www.lagomchef.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information        The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and not of National Grid. 

In this episode of The Clean Energy Revolution, Max La Manna discovers the ways that non-profit organisations in the UK and US are using clean and renewable energy solutions to help in their fight against fuel poverty. From building solar-powered tiny homes for the unhoused, to using energy efficient measures to help those in need, Max speaks to some amazing people who are doing great work for their communities and for the planet. Find out how they’re tackling fuel poverty by helping others to save energy or use cleaner energy, taking us closer to the goal of net zero while working to ensure that no-one is left behind in the clean energy transition. Discover more about the organisations featured in this episode: A Tiny Home For Good: https://www.atinyhomeforgood.org/ Heart Share Human Services of New York: https://www.heartshare.org/ United Way of Central Massachusetts: https://unitedwaycm.org/ National Energy Foundation: https://nef.org.uk/ Fuel Bank Foundation: https://www.fuelbankfoundation.org/ Citizens Advice: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/ Discover more about National Grid at https://www.nationalgrid.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information    The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and not of National Grid.  

It’s a new year, and Max La Manna is taking a look at the ways clean energy is heading in 2023 and beyond. We’ll hear predictions from experts across the energy landscape on what they think the next year - and the coming decades - will hold. Those predictions will be dissected and discussed by three energy leaders: Emma Pinchbeck - CEO of Energy UK, Dr. Shini Somara – mechanical engineer and broadcaster, and Keith Stephens - Group Corporate Affairs Director at National Grid. They discuss the technologies and innovations that are leading the future of clean energy, as well as how advances in hydrogen, EVs, renewable energy and generation-defining legislation could determine how soon we achieve net zero. What will enhance the energy sector in 2023? How will countries collaborate in the fight to reduce global emissions? And what exactly is space-based solar? Find out on The Clean Energy Revolution. Discover more about National Grid at https://www.nationalgrid.com/ Find out about Energy UK: https://www.energy-uk.org.uk/ Find out about Dr. Shini Somara: http://www.drshinisomara.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information   The views expressed in this podcast are those of the participants and not of National Grid. 

A fossil-free energy future isn’t just essential to help us reach net zero carbon goals, it’s a vital opportunity for future economies too.  In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Max La Manna is on a mission to demystify our energy systems and help make sense of the science and engineering that underpins them. In this episode, Max talks with innovative minds from the Northeast and West Coast of the United States to explore some of the technology in development to move us away from fossil fuels. And he finds out about some of the exciting projects and ventures being developed and funded to revolutionise our energy future, and the future of the planet. Professor Tristan Brown is Associate Professor of Energy Resource Economics from the State University of New York. He explains how environmental science and economic science are both a part of the solution when it comes to transforming our world’s relationship with energy. And National Grid US Director of Policy and Regulatory Strategy Don Chahbazpour joins the discussion to explain how their fossil-free vision for the future aims to leave no customer behind.  Chief Technology Officer Lisa Lambert is no stranger to disruptive tech, and explains how her Silicon Valley roots led her to found National Grid Partners which is supporting entrepreneurship and development in the wider energy industry. National Grid’s Fossil Free Vision Find out about National Grid Partners here

In the Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Max La Manna explores our energy systems as we move towards a net zero world. In this episode, Max takes a look at the different ways our energy supplies are being kept secure and resilient–both now and into the future. With all the challenges in the world today–extreme weather, climate change, cyber threats, global politics - this is anything but straightforward. So Max guides us through the projects and innovations helping to protect our supplies. We chat with Dan Stevens, National Grid's Group Vice President for Resilience and Crisis Management. He’s passionate about finding solutions to difficult problems, and gives an insight into how we address major challenges, from hurricanes to cyber attacks. Then it’s off to the Budweiser Brewing Group's Magor Brewery in Wales, for a guided tour by Lloyd Manship, plant manager, and Tom Brewer from the global brewing innovation technology team. They’re passionate about renewable energy; not only have they built the UK’s largest onshore wind turbine, but they have dozens of energy-saving projects at all stages of their brewing process. Back in London, Max talks to Rebecca Sedler-commercial director and part of the interconnectors team at National Grid. We find out how electricity is shared between countries, enabling renewable energy to be used more effectively than ever, and balancing supplies if energy runs low. Next we talk energy storage with Charlie Blair, Managing Director of Edinburgh-based company Gravitricity. Max and Charlie discuss how renewable energy might be stored in the future–could the solution be weights suspended in mineshafts? Finally it’s back to the USA. With weather conditions becoming more extreme, how will the energy networks cope? Max talks ice, heat and storms with Natasha Deschene, vice president of Electric Asset Management Engineering at National Grid. Charlie Blair is MD at Gravitricity Budweiser Brewing Group's Magor Brewery is located in Magor, South Wales  Discover more about National Grid at www.nationalgrid.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Max La Manna is on a mission to demystify our energy systems and help make sense of the science and engineering that underpins our everyday lives. As we push forward towards a net zero world, countries face tough targets to decarbonise the way we fuel our lives and National Grid is there to help in the UK and Northeast United States. This time, Max explores how electricity is generated and how it makes its way to our homes. We take a mystery tour of the process, unveiling the infrastructure you might have seen out and about, and explaining how it all unpacks in our monthly or yearly energy bill. We start with a visit to meet Ian Gough, who’s passionate about helping people understand how energy is part of the green revolution. He explains how the Green Park wind turbine, which presides over the UK’s M4 motorway, is powering local businesses. Plus we get an insight into exactly how these renewable power generators work. Engineer Senamiso Mathobela explains how transmission carries high voltage energy around the UK, before we visit James Kelloway for a tour of the ESO – or electricity system operator – to find out how all that supply and demand is balanced to power everyday lives. Then it’s off to a substation in Bristol to meet Stephen Blackwell. Ever wondered what happens at a local electricity substation? All is revealed here when Steve takes us through the important job of making sure that high voltage energy is stepped down to the right level for our homes and businesses and managed at sites around the country. Then finally Paul Sands of pioneering green energy supplier Ecotricity explains how all these stages break down into our monthly bills, and tackles the tough questions many of us are facing during the crisis. He also discusses why renewable energy costs more during a gas crisis and how that might be set to change in the future. Ian Gough runs Reduce Energy Ltd. https://www.nrgreduced.com Green Park is located in Reading https://www.greenpark.co.uk Find out about National Grid ESO at https://www.nationalgrideso.com Ecotricity https://www.ecotricity.co.uk

This time on the Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Max La Manna is finding out how we can learn from science and nature to come up with solutions for a cleaner, greener future. We’ve come a long way from the days of windmills and watermills, with our oceans becoming vast sources of wind power, and development along our coastlines allowing us to process and transport renewable energy around nations. But how can we look at natural processes to better lock away carbon, and how important is it to make sure that when we’re building for the future, nature and habitats still have their place? Reporter, Physicist and Oceanographer Helen Czerski takes to the road to discuss kelp restoration and the truth about ocean carbon capture with Marine Ecologist Dr Ian Hendy from the University of Portsmouth. Cirhan Truswell is Climate Change Manager at National Grid. She joins Max in the studio to discuss how future-proofing our energy infrastructure also means considering and caring for the environments it exists in. We take a tour around BioteCH4, an anaerobic digestion plant in Lincolnshire that’s powering a local industrial estate on food waste alone! Still puzzled about what biogas actually is and how it works for our energy? Monica Kabel from National Grid joins Patrick Serfass from the American Biogas Council to talk about how the US is making this kind of energy a big part of their fossil-free vision for the future. If you’d like to keep track of it all, you can visit nationalgrid.com to follow our world’s clean energy story as it happens and find out how it’s part of your world right now. You can start your own conversation by sharing this podcast on social media or with a friend. You can find out more about the organisations and initiatives involved in this podcast episode via the links below: Dr Ian Hendy discusses Sea Kelp restoration in the Solent The Sussex Kelp Restoration Project The American Biogas Council BioteCH4

In season 2 of The Clean Energy Revolution podcast from National Grid, Max La Manna takes a look at the role energy plays in tackling the negative effects of climate change, and discovers how our world will be powered in the next 30 years. This time Max is looking at transport; asking how travel is embracing clean, green and renewable energy. We all know that change is happening around us. So how do we get on-board? And how long will it be before planes, ships, cars and vans are all clean and green? EVs (electric vehicles) continue to grow in popularity.But is the infrastructure ready to support your commute, your road trips, your family holidays? To find out, we join a convoy of 50 electric vehicles on the Great British EV rally. Electric vans, cars, HGVs and trucks are driving 1300km from John O’Groats to Land’s End. Paul and Frankie Clifton are making the journey for us, to test the charging stations to the limit. Is the UK ready for mass EV adoption? We discuss the latest developments in the US, where a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill has just been passed.Will it mean that EV pickups and SUVs will be able to drive coast to coast? Rishi Sondhi from National Grid gives us the latest. And what about the future of flight? Engineer Dr Shini Somara visits Cranfield Aerospace Solutions, to get inside the planes of the future –aircraft being converted to hydrogen power. These planes will produce zero harmful emissions, and they’ll be with us in just a couple of years.Shini meets Director of Engineering Rob Marsh, and Chief Strategy Officer Jenny Kavanagh. Finally, at Rockingham Racecourse we meet people testing out the performance and handling of electric cars and vans.Amongst them, President of the AA (Automobile Association)Edmund King, and National Grid’s Fleet Manager Lorna McAtear. Useful information: If you want to use cleaner energy for charging your EV or using your home appliances, National Grid’s When To Plug In app (https://www.nationalgrid.com/cop26/when-to-plug-in-app) tells you when the electricity coming into your home will be at its cleanest. (Available in the UK only) https://www.nationalgrid.com/ www.cranfieldaerospace.com www.gbevrally.co.uk/home See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Season 2 of The Clean Energy Revolution podcast, Max La Manna takes a look at the role energy plays in tackling the negative effects of climate change. As countries around the world aim to reach net zero emissions, Max discovers how the world will be powered in the next 30 years as we work towards a future that doesn't contribute to global warming. Along the way we’ll meet inspiring people who are embracing new technology to make their lives, homes and businesses cleaner and greener, as well as the experts developing the technology, who explain how our lives will be transformed and how we can get involved. From the electricity we use in our homes and offices, to our transport, shops, schools, hospitals and factories, the energy we use to fuel our everyday life is getting greener and cleaner. National Grid has a crucial role to play, as they supply energy to homes across the UK and the Northeast United States -meaning they’re at the heart of connecting all of us to a greener future. Are you ready to be part of the revolution? Join Max for your definitive guide to the net zero energy transition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the final episode of the series, Helen Skelton hears from people who are working to make the clean energy future fair and representative for everyone. She chats with National Grid's Fleur Callender who shares the view from the United States and Alice Cross from the UK’s Sustainability First. Alice outlines how they’ve been working with activists, artists, policymakers and communities to understand people’s concerns and needs for the energy revolution. Then it’s off to Sheffield City Centre where councillor Douglas Johnson tours us around the innovative Grey to Green project. This urban redevelopment scheme has combined arts, sustainable drainage, biodiversity planting and wellbeing spaces to create a model for the cities of our future. Could this sort of scheme be the answer to making our cities cleaner, safer, more environmentally-friendly places? It’s surely part of the puzzle as we work out how to fit clean energy into communities and towns. Fergus Hynd oversees National Grid’s social initiative Grid for Good. He introduces the scheme which partners with charities to bring talent from under-represented and diverse backgrounds forward. Then the inspirational Taniya Bukhari, an Engineering Assistant, shares her experiences of overcoming challenges to shine in a placement she loves at National Grid. If you’d like to keep track of it all, you can visit nationalgrid.com to follow our world’s clean energy story as it happens. You can start your own conversation by sharing this podcast on social media or with a friend. You can find out more about the organisations and initiatives involved in this podcast episode via the links below: Grey to Green Sheffield Grid for Good Sustainability First

In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton talks to brilliant individuals for inspiring ideas on how we can make sure the energy we use is clean and green. A huge part of transitioning our energy system is making sure that we stop emitting carbon dioxide and harmful greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. But we also need to think about how we can remove it too. This time Helen’s chatting with experts from the UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology (UKCEH) and finding out about the East Coast Cluster project – the UK’s model for decarbonising energy in our most heavily industrialised areas. And we travel to a peat bog in South Wales to find out how this restoration project is setting a course to limit further carbon emissions and even lock it away for the future. Dr Jeanette Whitaker from UKCEH and Bilal Ahmed from the Northern Endurance Partnership discuss the different approaches to tackling carbon in our atmosphere, from land-based natural solutions to technical and engineered approaches, even repurposing under-sea mines and aquifers for storage! Dr Rob Low from Rigare Ltd. takes us for a squelchy walk around the Hirwaun peat bog in South Wales, to explain how this National Grid restoration project is adding biodiversity to a heavily industrialised area. And Katharine Kerr chats to wetland scientist Annette Burden to find out how “Blue Carbon” research and restoration projects could hold the key to locking away carbon long-term.   Useful links: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://www.nationalgrid.com/powerofall https://www.ceh.ac.uk https://eastcoastcluster.co.uk https://www.netzeroteesside.co.uk/northern-endurance-partnership/ https://twitter.com/rigareltd  

In this special episode of The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, we’re finding out how people like you and me are doing their bit to live more sustainably and help support our planet's resources. Helen Skelton explores how individuals are playing their part in one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. Energy connects and enables the way we live, work and play, and making it greener also means looking at all the day-to-day ways we can help. Looking for inspiration? You'll find it here! Alongside their day jobs working at National Grid, these people are walking the walk in terms of sustainability! We hear from Brianna and Julia in the Northeast US who are passionately raising animals, growing food and running their farms with sustainable practises. Whether they’re driving EVs, campaigning for issues they care about or nabbing their colleagues by the water cooler to share what they’ve learned about sustainable living, these inspiring individuals prove it’s possible to make everyday changes to play our part in our climate future. In the UK, Helene loves to run and hike in nature to stay in touch with her rural Yorkshire roots, but is passionate about challenging misinformation around all the supposedly sustainable choices available to us. Meanwhile Nicolle shares how it all came together for her on a woodland education day for families. She’s now studying an Environmental Science degree alongside her job at National Grid.And what do our everyday heroes hope for the next generation? Find out as they share candid stories in their own words. We'll be back next time as we dive into how our natural world can meet with technical innovation for Carbon Capture and Storage. Useful links: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://www.nationalgrid.com/powerofall  

In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton explores how we’re all part of one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. This time Helen’s looking at what clean, green and renewable energy looks like in the most important place of all: home! We all know we need to make some changes to reduce carbon emissions and fight global warming and climate change. So what’s the score for the next decade, twenty years and beyond? And what kind of decisions are you going to have to make about the place you and your family live? Helen gets the lowdown on what the government’s Heat and Buildings Strategy means for homeowners and tenants and asks how we can make the energy transition a fair one. She’ll be hearing about Smart home innovation with Fflur Lawton from Smart Energy GB and talking to Jinmi MacCaulay about National Grid’s research to hear what consumers think. Richard Smith from the NHBC Foundation talks to us about designing homes fit for the future, for all of us. And if you’re confused about finding the best energy option for your home, we’ll also be looking into some of the other options on the table. Adam Chapman, Director of Heat Geek and all-round heating myth-buster will be taking us through the fact and fiction of heat pumps. And we’ll head to the Balcombe Estate in Sussex to meet Jamie Kirkman and find out how excess woodchip from a local sawmill is being used to power homes and businesses sustainably. Useful links: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/heat-and-buildings-strategy https://www.smartenergygb.org https://www.youtube.com/c/HeatGeek https://www.nhbcfoundation.org/publication/nf80-futurology-the-new-home-in-2050/ https://twitter.com/_heatgeek https://www.balcombesawmill.co.uk  

In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton explores how we’re all part of one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. In this special episode Helen’s reviewing the commitments and pledges made by nations at COP26 earlier this month. The global climate change conference saw world leaders, organisations, businesses and citizens meet in Glasgow to discuss the next actions in reaching net zero carbon emissions. So what does this mean for deforestation, resource use, fairness and international collaboration? And how does the energy we use in buildings, homes, infrastructure and transport have a crucial role to play in making it all possible? Find out why limiting global warming is key in protecting our world from the devastating impacts of climate change and hear how we can all play our part. Helen speaks to guests from Hitachi, Reckitt, SSE, Scottish Power and Natwest for their takes on what big business is doing to make a difference. And we hear from the public on their impressions of the conference too.   Useful links: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://ukcop26.org

In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton explores how we’re all part of one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. The way we heat our homes, businesses and communities can hugely change our carbon footprint. In this episode, National Grid guests from the UK and US will explain how insulation, greener tech and carbon-neutral resources mean your home is set to get greener. Jess Ralston from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit and Rob Cheesewright from Smart Energy GB will look at the road ahead of UK businesses in the face of the government’s latest strategy. Plus Helen will be finding out about the smart cities that are looking at the big picture of green living thanks to clever data, analytics and technology. She’ll meet @NathanPierceUKfrom Sharing Cities. Useful links: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://www.nationalgrid.com/uk/stories/journey-to-net-zero/future-home-heating-net-zero-uk Find out more about the Green Light Signal: https://www.nationalgrid.com/greenlightsignal What is the UK government’s Heat and Buildings Strategy 2021? https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/heat-and-buildings-strategy

In this episode of The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton looks at the future of energy, and how we harness the huge potential of offshore energy. Offshore is just one of many important energy sources that will shape our future, and National Grid is working to explore various options to find the right mix. So what IS offshore? What’s its potential for getting to net zero? And what innovations are taking place right now to get us there?  Helen is joined in the studio by Graeme Cooper, Head of Future Markets at National Grid, Morris Bray, the man leading the charge to deliver multi-purpose interconnector “pathfinder” projects and connect the UK with clean energy around the world, and Kerri Maddock, Head of National Grid Ventures Strategy who will tell us about the international vision for offshore. 

This time on The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton is looking at the future of energy - and in particular, hydrogen.  Of course, hydrogen is just one of the energy options for the future, albeit a very important one. National Grid is working to explore lots of options and it's all about finding is the right mix that will be safe, affordable and fair for everyone, whether in industry, businesses or homes.  But what’s all the fuss about with hydrogen? What’s it’s potential for our future energy supply and decarbonising gas supply? And what innovations are taking place right now to get to that point?  Helen is joined in the studio by the CEO of ITM Dr Graham Cooley, Dr Chris Manson-Whitton from Progressive Energy, Prof Zoe Robinson and a number of experts from National Grid to find out. Find out more: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/hydrogen-future-fuel-achieve-net-zero  https://www.nationalgrid.com/uk/gas-transmission/insight-and-innovation/transmission-innovation/futuregrid  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gH-c_UhUY_Q  https://www.nationalgrid.com/uk/gas-transmission/document/133841/download  https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/energy-explained/what-is-hydrogen  https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/gw9zt4rec70rrqewj2gpf/Hydrogen-Production-Teaching-Pack.pptx?dl=0&rlkey=rsag2biome4gcm2qah132isdf  https://www.keele.ac.uk/sustainable-futures/ourchallengethemes/providingcleanenergyreducingcarbonemissions/hydeploy/  https://www.itm-power.com/about  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This time on The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton is looking at how transport is changing on the journey to net zero. Many of us who rely on cars and vans day-to-day are getting ready for an electric future, but what about the impact of aviation and shipping on the UK’s carbon footprint? Whilst electrifying vehicles may be one clever option, there are loads of brilliant ideas and innovations happening to help get carbon emissions out of the transport sector for good. Helen’s finding out about a few of the options on the table, and busting some myths along the way! Across the UK, millions of people are living in areas where air quality is poor and the impact on health and life expectancy is impacted badly. Andrea Lee from Client Earth talks to Helen about why we urgently we need to clean up air pollution from fossil-fuel-burning vehicles. Helen puts National Grid’s Graeme Cooper in the hotseat to answer common questions about electric vehicles. Feel free to arm yourself with these facts to look like the smartest person at the pub quiz tonight. Julia Gold works for National Grid in the United States and she joins Helen to discuss rolling out green tech across the Northeast States (and taking everyone in society along for the ride). Ever heard of air taxis, or wondered when we’ll be flying electric? We’ll hear from Rolls Royce’s Mattheu Parr on the next big shake up in the skies. Plus hear about their world-record-breaking attempt on board the Spirit of Innovation electric aircraft this Summer. Plus, if you’re curious about why ports could offer some of the biggest, smartest solutions in green energy yet, listen to what Maritime UK’s Ben Murray and Mark Simmonds from British Ports have to say about decarbonising the maritime sector – and everything it’s connected to! Find out more: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/future-transport-driving-change-next-10-years https://www.nationalgrid.com/group/documents/142791-decabonisation-transport-supplemental-pack https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-ten-point-plan-for-a-green-industrial-revolution/title

In The Clean Energy Revolution from National Grid, Helen Skelton finds out how we’re all part of one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. Helen’s starting by unravelling the jargon that surrounds the decarbonisation of energy and the path to net zero. What does net zero mean? Why is 2021 and COP26 so important in tackling climate change How does our energy network run? Who’s making sure we have power 24/7, 365 days a week? We’ll go behind the scenes at the Electricity System Operator control room to find out how the weather, temperature and our behaviour are predicted and provided for by expert operators. National Grid’s Duncan Burt and Sustainability First’s Sharon Darcy explain why it’s vital to make sure nobody gets left behind as our power switches to green, clean sources. They’re chatting to Helen about equality in energy and why communities and workers all have a vital role to play in the future of clean energy. ESO Chief Engineer Julian Leslie gives Helen a speed physics lesson as he explains the technical brilliance that keeps our lights on. We’ll also meet some of the innovative minds behind the technology that’s going to make sure our renewable energy system is stable and efficient in the future. What is a rotating stabiliser? What’s the next big milestone in the energy transition? You’ll have the answers in the next 35 minutes – and maybe a few more questions too! Find out more: https://www.nationalgrid.com/stories/journey-to-net-zero-stories/working-smarter-get-net-zero https://www.nationalgrid.com/uk/stories/journey-to-net-zero/future-home-heating-net-zero-uk https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-ten-point-plan-for-a-green-industrial-revolution/title  

Helen Skelton finds out how we’re all part of one of the most incredible revolutions in human history. As the UK leads the charge towards net zero emissions, Helen unpacks the jargon and meets inspiring people who are using tech, science and smart thinking to help tackle climate change through the energy we use. National Grid has a crucial role to play, as it supplies energy to home across the UK and the Northeast United States. That means they’re at the heart of connecting all of us to a green future. From the gas and electricity we use in our homes and offices to factories, shops, schools, hospitals and transport – the energy we use to fuel our everyday life is getting greener and cleaner. In this series we’ll find out: What is already happening to make the energy we use to power our lives greener and cleaner in the race to tackle climate change? What part can we all play as individuals, businesses and nations, to help make this happen for the good of our planet? And why is innovation in the way we provide and use energy offering new hope? Don’t worry if you’re not up on your tech or science either, Helen and the experts will be explaining all those terms we hear bandied about on the TV, news and parliament, making this series your definitive guide to the net zero energy transition. Are you ready?