The UK’s grid operator now expects electricity demand to grow more than 30% this decade, driven by EV adoption, electrification across industries, and higher-than-expected population growth. (Bloomberg)
National Energy System Operator now projects demand will reach 370–408 TWh by 2035—up from last year’s 343–379 TWh estimate. Demand from data centers alone is set to triple, adding urgency to long-term capacity planning.