Powering the north of England
- Tracing its origins to the 1940s, Northern Powergrid serves the electricity distribution needs of Yorkshire, the North East, and northern Lincolnshire.
- It delivers power to 8 million people, connecting 3.9 million homes and businesses across its region.
- Formerly Yorkshire Electricity and Northern Electric, it became Northern Powergrid following its acquisition by Berkshire Hathaway Energy in 2001.
- The company focuses on maintaining a regional presence with a commitment to local energy resilience.
A robust and modern infrastructure
- Operates 63,000+ km of overhead lines and underground cables, ensuring extensive regional coverage.
- The network supports 6 GW+ of generation capacity, including a growing share of renewable energy sources.
- Infrastructure includes 68 primary substations and 15,000+ secondary substations, ensuring reliable energy delivery.
- Investments in smart grid technology have improved outage response and system efficiency.
- Its customer-focused approach ensures prompt repairs and transparent communication during disruptions.
- Recognised for its resilience and commitment to sustainability, Northern Powergrid is actively working towards net-zero goals.
- Despite challenges, it maintains a positive reputation, with high reliability and investment in future-ready infrastructure.