Wiki source code of Grid Operators UK
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| 1 | In the United Kingdom, the **__regional__** electricity network is managed by a group of companies known as Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). These operators are responsible for the maintenance and distribution of electricity across various regions. The primary DNOs in the UK are: | ||
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| 3 | 1. **Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)**: Responsible for the regions of northern Scotland and southern England. | ||
| 4 | 1. **Scottish Power Energy Networks (SPEN)**: Manages the networks in southern Scotland, North Wales, and Merseyside. | ||
| 5 | 1. **Northern Powergrid**: Covers the northeast of England and Yorkshire. | ||
| 6 | 1. **Electricity North West (ENW)**: Serves the northwest of England. | ||
| 7 | 1. **Western Power Distribution (WPD)**: Active in the Midlands, southwest England, and South Wales. | ||
| 8 | 1. **UK Power Networks (UKPN)**: Manages networks in London, the southeast, and eastern England. | ||
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| 14 | Additionally, the **National Grid **manages as ESO (electricity **system operator**) (//NGESO)// the high-voltage network in England and Wales and maintains connections with Scotland and other countrie. | ||
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| 21 | Eniris supports the reading of energy meters installed via metering companies: | ||
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| 24 | 1. **Siemens Metering Services**: Offers a range of meter services, including installation and maintenance. | ||
| 25 | 1. **SSE Metering**: A division of SSE, specializing in the installation and management of energy meters. | ||
| 26 | 1. **Lowri Beck**: Provides installation and reading services for energy meters, including smart meters. | ||
| 27 | 1. **Morrison Data Services**: Offers meter reading and management services. | ||
| 28 | 1. **Trilliant**: Specializes in smart meter solutions and related network services. | ||
| 29 | 1. **Calisen**: Focuses on the management and installation of smart meters and related services. | ||
| 30 | 1. **Smart Metering Systems (SMS)**: Delivers comprehensive services for the installation and management of smart meters. | ||
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