A focus on Scotland, England, and Wales
- Part of Iberdrola, SP Energy Networks is a key electricity distributor in the UK.
- It serves over 3.5 million homes and businesses, primarily in central and southern Scotland, Merseyside, and North Wales.
- The company was formed following the privatisation of the electricity industry and the acquisition by Iberdrola in 2007.
- It plays a critical role in maintaining and upgrading the grid to support a growing renewable energy sector.
Maintaining a reliable and future-ready infrastructure
- Manages over 40,000 km of overhead lines and underground cables, ensuring regional coverage and energy reliability.
- The network connects 130 primary substations and 30,000+ distribution substations, providing seamless electricity delivery.
- Supports a capacity exceeding 7 GW, with a significant portion dedicated to integrating onshore and offshore wind energy.
- Investments in smart technologies include real-time monitoring and automation, improving fault response times.
- Recognised for its innovative projects, including trials in green hydrogen and electric vehicle charging networks.
- SP Energy Networks has a strong reputation for supporting Scotland’s ambitious net-zero goals and renewable energy targets.
- Known for its customer-centric approach, the company prioritises reliability and transparency during outages and upgrades.