The transmission of electricity entails the movement of power via high voltage networks from the generators across the UK.

Electricity distribution takes power from the transmission network and delivers it to the consumer via a host of local lower voltage networks.

Both sets of networks are affected by the weather, and those taking services from the Met Office are able to benefit by:

• Anticipating damage to networks
• Placing resources on standby for speedy consumer reconnection
• Improving reconnection rates, avoiding costly financial penalties
• Being able to predict and deal with poor loading and routeing issues
• Ensuring that local demand can be met - the amount of current a cable can carry is affected by its temperature

To discuss the range of services and prices in detail please contact our Customer Centre and ask for Energy sales or e-mail us at energy@metoffice.gov.uk