With communities across Devon facing a growing number of proposals for solar farms, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), larger wind turbines, offshore wind farms and potentially a major AI data centre, questions about our electricity infrastructure are becoming increasingly important.
Is there actually enough local Grid capacity?
How does the Grid work in the South West and nationally?
Why do so many cables seem to lead to Alverdiscott?
Is a new cable route planned to link Alverdiscott with North Tawton? What will that mean, what is it for/why is it needed, what would it look like – pylons?
This is a complicated subject, often surrounded by conflicting information, so we’ve invited an independent Devon based expert to help separate fact from fiction.
We will explore how the National Grid works, the capacity available in the South West and what this means for the many energy and infrastructure developments currently being proposed across Devon.
For those who were unable to attend our seminar recently in September, this is another opportunity to learn more about this important subject.
Our seminar will take place on Monday 26th October 2026, at Hatherleigh Community Centre, Bowling Green Lane, Hatherleigh EX20 3HB 11am-1pm.
If you would like to attend our free seminar, please contact us to book your place by emailing director@cpredevon.org.uk or calling 01392 966737