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Electricity System Operator proposes £58bn investment in grid to achieve decarbonisation by 2035

New Civil Engineer

An expanded offshore grid and new North-to-South onshore electrical spine in Great Britain have been proposed by the Electricity Systems Operator (ESO) in its £58bn investment plan for the UK's power system to achieve the 2035 decarbonisation goal.

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Helene deals billions in damage to infrastructure

Construction Dive

Roads, bridges, electrical grids and water systems need to be rebuilt following the deadly storm, illustrating the impact of climate change.

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Switchboards: Unraveling Empower Electrical Systems

CCR Magazine

In the intricate web of electrical infrastructure, switchboards stand as silent sentinels, orchestrating the flow of power with precision and control. This exploration delves into the core of electrical distribution, unraveling the significance of these boards in ensuring the seamless operation of various electrical components.

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Sizewell C seeks contractor for civils and installation for electrical systems

New Civil Engineer

Sizewell C Ltd has opened its search for civils and installation works to create an electrical system for the £20bn nuclear plant. The post Sizewell C seeks contractor for civils and installation for electrical systems appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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2M households still without power after Helene; some local grids must ‘be completely rebuilt’

Construction Dive

Multiple utilities say they will need to completely reconstruct, rather than repair, electric systems in the hardest-hit areas.

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Arup and Morgan Sindall hit important milestone in upgrade of Sellafield’s electricity system

New Civil Engineer

An important upgrade of the electricity systems at Sellafield nuclear site has hit an important milestone as the Infrastructure Strategic Alliance has successfully installed 33 concrete slabs. The post Arup and Morgan Sindall hit important milestone in upgrade of Sellafield’s electricity system appeared first on New Civil Engineer.

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The Rise of Electrical Engineers in Transportation Signals Industry Shift

Civil + Structural Engineer

As technology becomes more advanced and sophisticated in transportation, a new trend is emerging: the need for electrical engineering. Despite being fewer in number compared to civil engineers, the role of electrical engineers in transportation is becoming more prominent, and DRMP is at the forefront.