Distribution transformers are a vital part of the electricity network, converting high voltage power to a lower voltage that’s suitable for residential use. ⚡ This year we’re working on upgrading a record 70 transformers which experienced extremely high demand during last year’s heatwave. As the Bureau of Meteorology has forecasted this summer to be as hot or hotter than last year, we’re doing what we can to strengthen the resilience of the network ☀️✅ Transformers identified for upgrades are in

Western Power Distribution is now named National Grid. This means if you’re in the Midlands, South West or South Wales, National Grid is your network operator 💡 Your service hasn’t changed – for power supply issues in these areas, contact the customer service team at Grid Customers UK or call 105📞 | National Grid

3.3K views · 41 reactions | Following the Minister’s announcement yesterday, Clean Energy Link – North is officially underway! The transmission expansion project will add about 1 GW of new transfer capacity: enough renewable energy for roughly 500,000 WA homes and support over 400 local jobs. Working hand-in-hand with contractors, communities and traditional owners, we’re enabling our state’s cleaner energy future. | Western Power | Facebook

Did you know that Western Power Distribution owns and operates a fleet of helicopters from its Helicopter Unit headquarters at Bristol Airport? 🚁 The helicopters are used primarily within the electricity distribution industry for the maintenance and repair of networks and also during emergency and fault conditions. 😊 | Bristol Airport