The use of electricity is constantly changing, and at Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks we are dedicated to preparing our network for the future and ensuring the electricity infrastructure is evolving. We believe that three main themes will drive the need for innovation: value and choice for customers; the need for flexibility in Great Britain’s low carbon transition; and the need to realise the full value of existing innovative solutions.The Future Networks and Innovation team develops and delivers innovation projects for our networks businesses. Our projects aim for more effective and efficient ways of providing energy for all customers.Please click here to view our entire Innovation Portfolio. Our teams identify opportunities to develop and trial innovative technologies, practices and commercial arrangements. Innovation provides the potential to improve our business and benefit our customers. Take a look at our RIIO ED1 innovation strategy here As a part of the Transmission and Distribution Licenses, the Gas and Electricity Networks produce joint innovation strategies, at least every two years. ENA, as the voice of the networks, has coordinated the development of these strategies on behalf of the Gas and Electricity Networks. To view this strategy please click the link below. Electricity Networks Innovation Strategy
We are delighted to have contributed to the development of the joint Electricity Network Innovations Strategy developed by the ENA. The strategy is now available.
Transmission Innovation Find out about our ongoing and completed Transmission projects. Transmission Innovation
Distribution Innovation Find out about our ongoing and completed Distribution projects. Distribution Innovation
My Electric Avenue In partnership with EA Technology we are developing a low cost solution to manage the strain on the distribution network. Learn more
Transition to DSO One of the biggest changes in the energy system. Find out more about our approach to DSO. Learn more
Project funding Many of our projects benefit from funding through one of Ofgem’s incentive schemes. Learn more
Thames Valley Vision £30m project established to ensure a high quality and affordable electricity network in the future. Learn more
Innovation strategy update In this update we are pleased to be able to show how innovation is delivering real value to our customers and wider stakeholders. Learn more