Energy UK responds to NESO Winter Outlook

Responding to the National Energy System Operator's Early View of Winter report, which states that Great Britain has one of the most secure electricity systems in the world, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive of Energy UK, said:

"Our exposure to volatile international fossil fuel markets is driving up costs for households and businesses across the country. The impact of conflict in the Gulf demonstrates the clear correlation between global events and higher energy bills, and the importance of access to clean, British power sources with stable prices.

"Whilst there is a growing awareness of the way that the energy system works, there remain misperceptions about how clean power interacts with our energy security and resilience. The UK's energy system is more secure and more resilient than it was when we last saw gas prices spike in 2022, thanks in part to more batteries, wind and solar.

"The only route to ensuring our energy security and long-term protection from price volatility is to continue to replace old infrastructure with modern clean alternatives, including electrifying our heating and transport. This will not only secure our future electricity needs, but crucially protects us from international price spikes too."

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Notes to Editors

A recent report, Watt Communities Want, commissioned by 11 leading energy trade associations, including Energy UK, found a need to improve communications to correct misconceptions about the energy system and its costs.