National Grid has started working on the $524.34 million Yorkshire Green Energy Enablement project (Yorkshire GREEN) to upgrade existing infrastructure in North Yorkshire.
The project will build a new 10 km electricity overhead line along with a short section of underground cables, sealing end compounds and two new substations.
While Morrison Energy Services and Murphy are appointed as the contractors for the work, the project will begin at Overton and Monk Fryston substations, as well as Tadcaster Tee, Shipton Tee and Moor Monkton, with main construction starting in early 2025. The project is expected to be operational is 2027, with final works and reinstatement anticipated to be completed by the end of 2028.
Yorkshire GREEN will help connect more clean energy and deliver energy security, future proofing the electricity grid, upon completion.
A minimum 10% biodiversity net gain will be delivered on the project, achieved through design enhancements to deliver a range of benefits to people and biodiversity. This will include activities such as woodland restoration and enhancement, management of species and improving footpath access.
The company will continue to work with communities, stakeholders and regional partners to ensure the project delivers legacy benefits in the local community and wider region.
“We’re delighted Yorkshire GREEN is starting construction, as one of 17 Great Grid Upgrade projects that will update the grid to boost our energy security and help lower energy bills over the long-term,” said Martin McGready, Project Director at National Grid. “In line with our commitment to achieve carbon neutral construction by 2026, we will ensure that Yorkshire GREEN has the lowest possible carbon footprint upon completion.”
