National Grid

National Grid is an energy company operating in the UK, responsible for electricity and gas infrastructure. They are currently newsworthy due to their involvement in the aftermath of Storm Goretti, which caused widespread power outages across the UK, particularly in the southwest of England. Thousands of homes in Cornwall remained without power for days, prompting criticism and calls for a national emergency. National Grid is working to restore power to affected properties. Separately, National Grid is also connected to the launch of a new geothermal plant in Cornwall, which will feed electricity into the grid. This highlights their role in both traditional energy distribution and the integration of renewable energy sources into the UK's power supply. The storm damage underscores the vulnerability of the energy infrastructure and the importance of National Grid's response, while the geothermal project demonstrates their involvement in innovative energy solutions.