Electrification of energy for An Electric Britain
At EDF we believe An Electric Britain is the key to a secure, affordable and clean future.
Switching more activities from fossil fuels to electricity and building the infrastructure to produce low carbon power in this country is how Britain can meet its energy, security and climate goals.
Electrification of energy for An Electric Britain
At EDF we believe An Electric Britain is the key to a secure, affordable and clean future.
Switching more activities from fossil fuels to electricity and building the infrastructure to produce low carbon power in this country is how Britain can meet its energy, security and climate goals.
Can electrification solve the UK's energy security crisis?
Only 20% of the UK's energy demand is currently met by electricity. The other 80% is imported fossil fuel – gas, oil, petrol – priced by markets we don't control.
That's energy security problem is what the latest episode Talking Power is about. EDF Business and Wholesale brings together voices from across the energy industry to talk about why electrification – not just cleaning up power, but actually using more of it – might be the UK's clearest route to cheaper, more secure, home-grown energy.
We’re electrifying Britain – expanding access to clean energy and helping homes, businesses, and public services transition to a secure, affordable, low carbon electricity supply.
Through investment in generation, flexibility, innovative technologies, and smart customer solutions, we’re enabling a more secure energy system while cutting emissions.
How is Britain’s energy system changing?
As more home, businesses and industry switch to electricity, Britain's energy system is evolving to support growing demand, strengthen energy security and deliver low-carbon electricity. Nuclear and renewable generation both have important roles to play in the transition.
Why is electricity playing a bigger role in everyday life?
Electric technologies can often be more efficient than fossil fuel alternatives and can be powered by low-carbon sources such as nuclear and renewable energy. As more options become available for heating, transport and businesses, electricity is playing a growing role in helping the UK reduce emissions and strengthen energy security.
Can Britain's electricity system support greater demand?
Britain's energy system is already evolving to meet changing needs. Continued investment in electricity networks, energy storage, nuclear power and renewable generation is helping prepare the system for growing demand as more homes, businesses and transport switch to electricity.
What could an Electric Britain look like in the future?
An Electric Britain could see more homes heated by electricity, more electric vehicles on the road and more businesses using electric technologies. Together with investment in nuclear, renewables and energy infrastructure, this could help create a more secure, affordable and lower-carbon energy system for the future.
We're the UK’s trusted nuclear operator supporting with 7GW of new capacity in development.
An integrated renewable specialist developing and operating wind, solar and battery storage technology across the UK and Ireland, with a mature pipeline.
Our priorities for the energy transition
Why distribution network investment matters for affordability and energy security
What more needs to be done to tackle persistently high energy bills?
Transmission costs: the need for greater transparency and strategic review
Keeping a role for the market: how Reformed National Pricing can help deliver lower system costs
UK energy debt: why the crisis is deepening and what must change
The Warm Homes Plan: why faster delivery is critical for consumer bills and the country’s energy security
Powering the future of home energy
Electricity is playing an increasingly important role in our homes. Discover how technologies such as heat pumps, electric vehicles and solar panels, alongside innovative services, are helping households make the most of it.
We're the fifth largest residential supplier in the UK and supporting electrification through low carbon heating, electric mobility, flexibility services, and smart metering.
We're committed to developing and enhancing our customers’ ability to adjust their consumption and control their bills through innovations like our ‘Sunday Saver’ challenge and by frequently offering the cheapest fixed rate deals amongst major suppliers.
Can electrification help lower my energy bills?
Yes. Efficient electric technologies can reduce the amount of energy your home needs. For example, heat pumps can deliver more heat for each unit of electricity they use. The savings depend on your home, tariff and the technology you replace.
What should I electrify first?
It depends on your home and how you use energy. Heating, transport and generating electricity at home offer some of the biggest opportunities for households, with electric vehicles, heat pumps or solar panels helping to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.
Helping businesses make the most of electricity
Discover practical ways electricity can help your business improve efficiency, manage costs and adapt to a changing energy landscape.
We're the largest industrial and commercial energy supplier, optimiser and Power Purchase Agreement offtaker in the UK.
We're the second largest mechanical and electrical services contractor in the UK.
How can my business reduce energy costs?
There are many ways your business could reduce energy costs, including improving energy efficiency and adopting technologies like solar power and electric vehicles. What's right for your business will depend on your premises, operations and energy needs.
Is an electric fleet right for my business?
Electric vehicles could help reduce fuel costs while supporting your business's sustainability goals. The overall suitability of an electric fleet will depend on things like vehicle usage, charging requirements, daily mileage and the available infrastructure.
What is business electrification?
Business electrification means moving from technologies powered by fossil fuels to electric alternatives. That might mean changing how you heat your buildings, run your vehicle fleet or power equipment and machinery.
Sustainable Business Update
At EDF, we’re proud to be enabling An Electric Britain. From expanding access to affordable, low-carbon electricity to helping the transition away from fossil fuels, our latest progress report shows the steps we’re taking to deliver a fair, fast and lasting energy transformation.