UK Approves 2GW Undersea Power Cable

Britain has approved a 2 gigawatt undersea power cable connecting Suffolk and Kent to boost energy security and lower costs. Developed by National Grid and manufactured by Sumitomo Electric, construction is slated to begin in 2027.

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United Kingdom approved a 2 gigawatt undersea power cable connecting Suffolk and Kent, supplying electricity to 2 million homes. The 138-kilometer link reinforces the national power grid and reduces wasted energy, according to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The infrastructure investment aligns with a broader push to modernize the nation's energy network.

Building the Undersea Link