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Britain, France to explore electric interconnection of about 1 GW

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Posted on February 20, 2025

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· Last updated: February 27, 2026

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Britain, France to explore electric interconnection of about 1 GW

(Reuters) - British energy regulator Ofgem said on Thursday it has agreed with its French counterpart, CRE, to explore further opportunities for electricity interconnection between the two countries with capacities of around 1 gigawatt.

(Reporting by Pushkala Aripaka in Bengaluru; Editing by Shreya Biswas)

Key Takeaways

Britain and France are exploring a 1 GW electric interconnection.
Ofgem and CRE are the regulatory bodies involved.
This initiative aims to enhance energy collaboration.
The agreement was announced by Ofgem.
The project focuses on electricity capacities of around 1 gigawatt.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Ofgem agree to with CRE?

Ofgem has agreed with its French counterpart, CRE, to explore further opportunities for electricity interconnection between the two countries.

What is the capacity of the electric interconnection being explored?

The interconnection being explored is approximately 1 GW.

Who reported on the agreement between Ofgem and CRE?

The report was provided by Pushkala Aripaka in Bengaluru, with editing by Shreya Biswas.

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