Driving the UK's Clean Energy Revolution

The UK is shifting into high gear on its road to a cleaner, greener future, and National Grid is at the forefront of this transformation. 

In an exciting new development, work has begun to connect the UK's largest EV battery factory to the power grid — an essential step towards boosting EV charging capacity and strengthening the country’s clean energy ambitions.

This multi-million-pound project will help power an electric future, ensuring the UK keeps pace with the rising demand for EVs and homegrown battery production.

A New Era for UK Clean Energy

Located at the Gravity Smart Campus in Somerset, this 40GWh factory, owned by Agratas (Tata Group’s global battery business), is set to supply nearly half of the UK's EV battery demand by the early 2030s. This will massively boost the UK’s clean energy credentials and create around 4,000 green tech jobs, helping to build a highly skilled workforce for the future.

With National Grid leading the charge, this project will reduce the UK’s reliance on imported batteries, strengthen the country’s EV charging infrastructure, and make it easier for businesses and homeowners to switch to electric.

National Grid’s Role in Enabling EV Growth

National Grid is constructing two interim 33kV connections to power this game-changing facility to provide an early energy supply, ensuring that factory operations can begin as planned.

But the real long-term solution is even more ambitious: a high-voltage 400kV substation at Woolavington will provide a robust and sustainable energy connection, supporting this gigafactory and the UK’s wider efforts to build a resilient EV charging network.

This is all part of National Grid’s £30 billion investment in upgrading the UK’s electricity infrastructure. This will ensure that power is readily available for clean energy projects like this, thus helping businesses, communities, and individuals easily transition to sustainable solutions.

A Win for Local Jobs and Sustainability

Beyond its impact on the EV charging sector, this project is transforming a former munitions site into a hub for clean energy innovation.

Energy Minister Michael Shanks summed up the significance of this move, calling it a “game-changer for the UK’s green economy”. Local job creation, sustainable economic growth, and a reduced environmental impact make this a win for communities, businesses, and future generations.

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Join the UK's Clean Energy Revolution

The UK’s push towards clean energy is gaining momentum, and National Grid’s work to power the largest EV battery factory is a milestone moment in this journey.

Are you ready to join the change? Stay informed about EV charging updates, grid innovations, and how you can contribute to a more sustainable future.

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