England-Scotland Subsea Power Superhighway
Under construction · United Kingdom · Last reported Feb 2025
Source: eKathimerini
Metlen has commenced construction of an underwater electricity link between England and Scotland, known as the Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1). This project aims to enhance the UK's power grid by delivering clean energy to 2 million homes through a 190-kilometer subsea cable. The project includes the design and supply of high-voltage direct current converter stations to facilitate efficient energy tra
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Power Transmission, Power Generation (CCGT)
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- eKathimerini
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Taiyo last update | 2026-07-22 |
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Description | Metlen has commenced construction of an underwater electricity link between England and Scotland, known as the Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1). This project aims to enhance the UK's power grid by delivering clean energy to 2 million homes through a 190-kilometer subsea cable. The project includes the design and supply of high-voltage direct current converter stations to facilitate efficient energy transmission. |
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Sector | Power Transmission, Power Generation (CCGT) |
Article published date | 2025-02-28 |
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