More than half a million kilometres of cable is needed to upgrade the grid for net zero

Existing network

Existing network upgrade

New onshore network infrastructure

Offshore windfarms

Onshore substations

New offshore network

New network need

Undersea reinforcements

Other works

More than half a million kilometres of cable is needed to upgrade the grid for net zero

Existing network

Existing network upgrade

New onshore network infrastructure

Offshore windfarms

Onshore substations

New offshore network

Undersea reinforcements

New network need

Other works

Guardian graphic. Source: NGESO. Note: the routes shown are purely illustrative and in any event subject to change after planning and consultation. They serve to show key areas where network improvements are thought to be needed, not the exact locations