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Britain’s Grid Operator Seeks Extra Power Generation for Friday Evening
The National Energy System Operator issued an electricity margin notice asking for 700 megawatts of additional generation between 7pm and 10pm on Friday. The request follows record temperatures and marks the second such notice this week.
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Britain’s grid operator has issued a second call this week for extra electricity generation to cover expected shortfalls on Friday evening. The National Energy System Operator said it needs 700 megawatts of power between 7pm and 10pm. The request comes as temperatures remain high across the country.
Background on the Heatwave The Met Office recorded 36.7C in Merryfield, Somerset, on Thursday, a provisional record for June. Red weather warnings remain in place through Friday. High temperatures reduce efficiency at power plants and increase demand from air conditioning and fans.
A spokesman for the operator said forecasts show tight margins due to heat affecting Britain and the continent. The notice is described as a routine tool that does not indicate supply is at risk. The operator paid about £11 million on Tuesday to balance gas flows, more than five times the daily average, according to analysis by Kraken.
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