national grid
Coverage of national grid in the Nexus archive.
- Cuba edges toward breakdown as power cuts and US meddling push society to brink
Cuba is experiencing frequent power outages due to a collapsing national grid, exacerbated by a six-month oil blockade imposed by the US. The situation has led to growing unrest and societal stress as infrastructure struggles to cope.
- Cuba edges toward breakdown as power cuts and US meddling push society to brink
Cuba is experiencing frequent power grid collapses, with the system failing for the third time in 10 days, amid a six-month US-imposed oil blockade. The blockade, part of a campaign to destabilize the communist government, has exacerbated existing infrastructure issues, leading to societal unrest and growing tensions.
- Healey taps National Grid counsel, clerk magistrate for District Court bench
Governor Maura Healey nominated Raquel Webster of National Grid and Thomas Johnson, assistant clerk magistrate in Boston, to the District Court bench. She also plans to elevate Judge Zachary Hillman to the Appeals Court.
- Karnataka sells ₹423 crore worth surplus power to national grid
Karnataka sold ₹423 crore worth of surplus power to the national grid. The transaction highlights the state's surplus energy generation and its contribution to the national electricity network.
- What we do differently to have 24/7 power in Abia – Gov Otti
Abia State Governor Otti stated that Aba and eight local government areas operate independently of the national grid, providing 24-hour power. The region has been reinforced to sustain this electricity supply.
- Unions attack ‘year-long delay’ for Tata Steel furnace’s grid connection in south Wales
Trade unions are urging the government to intervene in Tata Steel's delayed electricity grid connection in south Wales. National Grid has caused a six- to eight-month delay, which may extend to 12 months due to unexpected engineering difficulties.
- Materials matter: the lab that makes National Grid’s energy system safer
National Grid’s Materials Testing Lab in Melville, Long Island, ensures the safety and reliability of the gas network by testing materials and components to prevent failures. The lab analyzes defects, improves quality controls, and works with manufacturers to enhance performance, reducing risks and keeping service stable for millions of New Yorkers.
- National Grid proposes freezing gas prices until 2028
National Grid proposes freezing current gas delivery rates for customers until March 31, 2028. If approved, the rate freeze would extend from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2028.
- Reform UK Threatens Legal Challenges to National Grid Projects
Reform UK threatens legal challenges to National Grid projects. The challenge is led by Richard Tice. National Grid may face opposition from Reform UK.
- When remote work reaches a jury, flexibility is what will hold up in court
A Brooklyn jury awarded $3.1 million to two dispatchers with medical conditions who were denied continued telework by National Grid. The verdict highlights the importance of flexibility in remote work arrangements. The case sets a precedent for employees with medical conditions.
- More than 100 UK datacentres plan to burn gas to generate electricity
More than 100 new data centres in the UK plan to burn gas to generate electricity, potentially endangering climate targets due to years-long wait to connect to the National Grid. This raises concerns about the UK's ability to meet its climate goals. Requests for gas connections amount to over 15 terawatt hours per year.
- UK’s Summer Gas Supply Looks Sufficient Despite War, Grid Says
The UK's summer gas supply is deemed sufficient by the National Grid despite ongoing conflicts. The statement reassures energy security during the critical summer period.