Orkney to join the national electricity grid for the first time via £1bn transmission link
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Orkney to join the national electricity grid for the first time via £1bn transmission link

1 hours ago · Originally published 17 Sep 2026 9/10 Original headline: The £1bn Orkney link project is connecting the archipelago to the UK network for the first time
A new 220kV subsea cable is connecting Orkney to the mainland electricity network, finally allowing the islands to export their abundant wind and marine energy. This infrastructure project will enable 220MW of new renewable capacity to reach the GB grid, marking a significant step in integrating Scotland's island groups into the national energy system.
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