We recently played host to
@RachelSJohnson
at Heysham 2
#nuclear
power station, where she heard about the crucial role that nuclear power plays in a low-carbon energy mix for the UK. Check it out π
LBC's
@RachelSJohnson
visits
@edfenergy
's Heysham 2 nuclear power station to learn how it's helping Britain achieve net zero
π Generating clean, reliable electricity to power 2 million homes
β Providing hundreds of skilled jobs & contributing millions to the local economy
#ad
We are pleased to announce our partnership with
@BootsUK
to deliver essential medicine to your front door. Our
#smartmetering
and technical field engineers have
#volunteered
to support the Boots Pharmacy Delivery and Collection scheme:
We're celebrating our
#smartmeter
engineers like Graham and Josh who are going out of their way to support
#vulnerable
customers. They recently worked into the night after a full day's work to ensure a vulnerable family weren't left without supply.
Tando is a field engineer who's been busy delivering medicines and vital supplies to our vulnerable and self-isolating customers as part of our
#Boots
and
#Avicenna
support βI feel humbled and honoured to support this great service" Thanks Tando!
#COVID19
#inthistogether
Weβd like to celebrate our 2000 engineers who are safely running our power stations. As the UKβs largest generator of low-carbon electricity, you can be sure weβll continue to power the nation.
#lockdown
#lowcarbon
#inthistogether
#generationelectric
As the UKβs largest generator of
#lowcarbon
electricity, we take our responsibility seriously. Engineers like Chris, Emily and Gary work 24/7 shifts providing
#energy
to homes and hospitals. Safely carrying out critical work with a smile.
#COVID19
Weβre proud to announce our partnership with the UK's largest pharmacy support network,
@Avicennaplc
to deliver medicines to the most vulnerable. Our
#smartmetering
and technical field
#engineers
have volunteered to support this scheme.
As we phase out fossil fuels, weβll need more power from wind, nuclear and solar. Weβre building power stations to help meet Britainβs electricity demand for the next 60 years- good news for the race to Net Zero:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
In these uncertain times, we want to reassure everyone, weβll continue to keep the lights and heating on by safely generating low-carbon power, providing electricity for all our customers. For help and advise on the current situation visit our FAQ page .
Our amazing
#smartmeter
team of installers made 75,000 deliveries of vital medicines during the lockdown.
We're now back on the road installing smart meters for our customers. Read how our installers are getting ready.
#smartmeters
#safe
During
#lockdown
weβve enjoyed less pollution and fewer traffic fumes β so let's keep it that way! We've invested in a UK-wide e-charging infrastructure with
#PodPoint
. If you already
#driveelectric
you could save up to Β£370 with our GoElectric tariff.
We're investing in the latest research into carbon-cutting tech such as hydrogen generation and electric heat for homes. Together we can beat the climate crisis. Together we can help Britain Achieve Net Zero. Discover more:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
Weβve created 10,300 jobs at
#Hinkley
Point C, playing a vital role in helping us meet Britainβs future electricity needs. A huge thank you to the workforce who are busy Helping Britain Achieve Net Zero. πππ
#NetZeroBritain
#AchieveNetZero
At EDF weβre
#ProudToSupply
energy to over 260,000 businesses. Many of our customers have had to adapt and change the way they operate such as
@BrewDog
. They've been making hand sanitiser and donating this to the NHS and charities. Read their story here:
Pump up the heat- replace your
#boiler
with a
#heatpump
to cut your energy bills, cut your carbon footprint and keep your home warmerβοΈβοΈβοΈ It's easy to get yours today with EDF. Together we'll help Britain achieve Net Zero:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
ππCharging an electric car is easy. There are many options available from home charging, to public charging points and the infrastructure is growing. Find out more about charging an EV:
#lowcarbon
#EV
#electricars
#netzero
#charging
Wrap a warm blanket around your house with loft, floor and window insulation. Not only will it keep the heat in and lower your carbon footprint, it could also save you up to Β£530 a year on energy bills- a real winter warmer!
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
After almost 5οΈβ£ decades of generating
#lowcarbon
, British-made electricity β‘ Hinkley Point B's second reactor has been switched off for the last time.
We're celebrating all that this incredible
#nuclear
power station has achieved in the last 46 years.
Watch to find out more π
Find out what it's really like working on a
#windfarm
π¨ with Laura Noone, area manager, North Scotland. Weβre busy generating zero carbon electricity from wind + nuclear + solar to help cut UK carbon emissions to nothing.
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
We're delighted that
@AngelaRayner
, Deputy Leader of the Labour Party, could visit
#Hartlepool
nuclear power station today.
She met our skilled employees and saw how our investment in the station has enabled the continued generation of safe, reliable, zero-carbon electricity.
Drive towards a Net Zero future with an electric carπ We've got everything you need to drive electric today, from leasing to electricity tariffs. Start your journey today.
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
#Torness
power station has been making
#lowcarbon
electricity continuously for more than 860 days β its longest ever run. Thatβs enough to power more than 3m homes, showing
#nuclear
βs place as a reliable partner to EDFβs
#wind
and
#solar
projects.
Rochelle is one of over 800 staff who runs Sizewell B nuclear power station. Sizewell B produces enough energy for around 2.2m UK homes and businesses and saves an average of 3m tonnes of CO2 a year. Find out how we're helping Britain achieve
#netzero
.
Don't let your
#heating
bills go through the roof. Get loft insulation and keep heat in this winter. You'll also be doing your bit for Net Zero. Find out more here:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
π£ We have started looking at extending the operational life of our Sizewell B power station by at least 20 years, from 2035 to 2055.
This will protect jobs and importantly the UK energy security as the site provides 3% of the nationβs electricity demand
Fantastic news today!
@SizewellC
is an incredibly important
#nuclear
project which will help not only the UK's future energy security, but also take us one step closer to achieving
#NetZero
.
Lock-down has changed the way we do our chores, as we are using more off peak energy. If we stick to these new habits each year we could cut Britain's
#CO2
emissions by half a million tonnes. Read more here:
#lovelowcarbon
#lowcarbon
#lockdown
#energy
We're passionate about helping Britain achieve
#netzero
. In the next five years, we'll have reduced greenhouse gases in the UK by around 70% annually, compared to 2019. Saving 3.1m tonnes of CO2 each year β like taking 5% of petrol cars off the road!
"Knowing that you're contributing to lowering our emissions and powering up the UK is great, it's wonderful to see".
Hear more from
@AngelaRayner
about her visit to
#Hartlepool
#nuclear
power station today π
#SizewellB
has reached a major milestone today, having now generated 10 million-million watts of electricity this year!Β π‘
Plant Manager, Adam Anderson said: "Sizewell B has once again proved to be a world-class station that we can all be proud of."Β π
Welcome back
#Sizewell
B
#nuclear
power station! It has been reconnected to the grid following its refuelling and maintenance outage. By the time it reaches full power it will be delivering enough
#lowcarbon
#electricity
to power 2.5 million homes.
We've teamed up with top heating brands to bring you great offers for staying toasty this
#winter
. Not only that, they'll help you save energy and cut your carbon footprint. Zero hassle! Find out more:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
Gemma's one of around 700 full-time staff and contractors who've been part of Torness power station community since 1988. Torness powers around 2 million homes, saving approx 2.8m tonnes of CO2 a yr. Find out how we're helping Britain achieve
#netzero
.
Since lockdown (23 March to 4 April) smart meter data from our customers shows a 3% increase in
#energy
use. You could save up to Β£80 a year on your bill if you set up a Direct Debit. It takes a few minutes:
#lowcarbon
#Covid19
#workingtogether
As world leaders meet in Glasgow and
#COP26
gets underway, EDF has passed a major milestone.
β‘ Our nuclear fleet has been powering the country with zero carbon electricity for 45 years and today weβve clocked up the generation of more than 2,000 terrawatt hours of electricity
Stay on top of your energy usage this autumn with a smart meter. Not only will you keep on top of your energy bills, you'll be doing your bit for a Net Zero Britain. Get your's today
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
Our
#WestBurtonA
site in Nottinghamshire has been chosen to host the UK's first
#fusion
reactor. An exciting technology that will secure high skilled jobs in Nottinghamshire for decades to come.
#Fossil2Fusion
Keeping our customers and staff
#safe
is our number one priority. Thatβs why we want to tell you about what weβre doing to ensure our
#smartmeter
installers can visit you safely and get your new smart meter up and running. Check out our short video:
#energysaving
#netzero
For more than 60 years,
#nuclear
has been helping to power the UK with
#lowcarbon
, home-grown electricity.
As
#NuclearWeek
in Parliament gets underway, we're highlighting the vital role nuclear has to play in securing our energy future.
As the UKβs largest generator of
#lowcarbon
electricity, weβre proud to support British business on their
#netzero
journey. Weβre investing billions over the next five years in
#wind
,
#nuclear
and
#solar
power to meet the UKβs future electricity demands.
Everyone at EDF is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. We send our sincere condolences to everyone in the Royal Family and those all around the world who will be mourning her passing.
Hinkley Point C isn't just a power station in the making, it's a thriving
#community
too. To date we have invested Β£119m to support the local economy, tourism, health, leisure and infrastructure. Find out more about Hinkley Point C here:
#NetZero
@jonsopel
@Alan_Measles
I'm pleased we were able to resolve your query Jon, and I'm so sorry for any concern caused. We're aware another X user has had a similar issue to the one you raised so we're investigating this as a priority. If we can be of any further help please get back in touch. ^Lisa.
We're delighted to have been selected to advance to the next phase of the Small Modular Reactor (SMR) competition.
#NetZero
needs
#nuclear
and we're excited to be part of developing innovative nuclear technologies.
π£ 6 companies have been shortlisted to take forward their Small Modular Reactor designs to the next stage of the competition. The successful companies will be selected next summer, with their plants potentially powering the grid by the mid-2030s.
More:
Weβre chuffed to bits with our excellent rating on Trust Pilot - Thank you Natalie weβre grateful you shared! Refer a friend today and when they sign up, we'll treat you both to a Β£50 Gift Card!
#trustpilot
#happycustomer
We're determined to lower carbon emissions. Weβre working with businesses all over Britain, to support the construction of Hinkley Point C, our 9th
#nuclear
power station. In the South West alone weβve invested Β£1.67bn. Find out more here:
#NetZero
Weβre all spending more time at home, from home working to working out. Donβt panic! There are lots of quick ways to lower your energy usage. Enjoy our energy saving tips for every room of your home.
#lockdown
#lowcarbon
#energysavingtips
Don't let vampire appliances suck up your
#energy
!π Turn off you TV, laptop and cooker. Anything with a timer to help with the autumn bills, and Britain Achieve Net Zero! Read our quick tips to save energy at home blog:
#AchieveNetZero
#NetZeroBritain
Listening to the first ever Nuclear Minister, Andrew Bowie MP as he speaks of the Governmentβs commitment to new nuclear - clean, green, secure energy and the inspiring of young people to seek the careers of the future.
The station
@sizewellc
will use the same
#nuclear
technology as
@hinkleypointc
, which is already halfway through construction. Together, the two stations will produce enough reliable,
#lowcarbon
power for 12m UK homes, bolster our energy security and help Britain achieve
#NetZero
π£ Exciting news for our
#Hartlepool
and
#Heysham1
#nuclear
power stations today!
We plan to keep both stations generating until March 2026 - thatβs an extra two years beyond their previous 2024 switch-off dates!
Read more here β‘οΈ
With no petrol or diesel bills to worry about how much can you save with an
#electriccar
? On average electric car drivers save Β£3000 a year on their carβs running costs? Now that's something to shout about! Read the top 6
#EV
questions here:
#NetZero
ππPlanning a
#roadtrip
over the bank holiday? Or maybe your next
#staycation
? Weβve pulled together three
#EV
friendly UK road trips so you can sit back and enjoy the drive.
Get planning here:
We are proud to support our charity partner
@ProstateUK
during this challenging time by donating Β£25k to help fund their emergency appeal. The current crisis threatens to set-back their vital research but with urgent funds, we can help get it restarted.
#menwearewithyou
Our
#nuclear
power stations have supplied the UK for 40 years with reliable, low-carbon electricity and we're helping to develop
@hinkleypointc
&
@sizewellc
to help prevent future energy crises and help Britain achieve
#NetZero
.
The UK was the birthplace of civil nuclear power in the 1950s.
Today we're turbocharging the revival of our nuclear industry.
Find out more from Energy Security Secretary
@grantshapps
π₯ π
The Government has confirmed it is to enter negotiations with EDF on the
@sizewellc
project. Simone Rossi, our CEO said: βWeβre right behind
#NetZero
, and by investing in renewables and nuclear at
@hinkleypointc
Sizewell C weβre supporting decarbonisation while creating jobs.β
A task to test the limits of battery power. We assigned one man to the job: Colin Furze. Watch what happens when
@colin_furze
sees what batteries really can do and meets our 49 MW battery.
#ElectricAdventures
#ElectricCars
#EV
Our CEO, Simone Rossi speaks to
@IanKingSky
on how EDF are helping those most in need: β'We are focused on supporting our customers. I can announce a new partnership with
@BootsUK
where we will make available some of our staff to deliver medicine and essential prescriptions'
EDF is right behind
@10DowningStreet
βs Ten Point Plan for a Green Recovery.
@hinkleypointc
has created jobs across the UK and will power millions of homes with
#lowcarbon
electricity.
@sizewellc
is ready to do the same β read more:
Weβre very excited to announce our new three-year
#charity
partnership with
@ProstateUK
will begin in January 2020. We look forward to working with them and raising money for this great cause. Read more about our new partner here:
#MenWeAreWithYou
This week we are celebrating the achievements of
#Hunterston
B power station. The siteβs been producing
#zerocarbon
electricity since the 70s when menβs hairstyles were longer and operators could only dream of computer screens in the Central Control Room!
#Electriccars
are key to helping Britain achieve net zero, but there's still a lot of confusion around owning, and running and
#EV
. We've busted the most common EV myths to help you cut your
#carbonemissions
. Check out our blog:
#NetZero
Buying your
#firsthome
is so exciting and thereβs so much to think about. Our
#firsttimebuyer
guide helps with energy saving tips, which could help you save money and has advice on choosing the right tariff for you. Read the guide here:
We urge customers not to worry and want to reassure them, that they donβt have to submit meter readings to us today and can share these with us in the coming days.
Don't touch that dial! A
#smartthermostat
will adjust your heating automatically depending on the weather. Get zero hassle heat with a smart thermostat. Find out more here: ?
#NetZeroBritain
#smartheating
Make less of an impact on the planet with an
#electriccar
- a great alternative to petrol or diesel β like any car they take energy to make but there are some great benefits and a major part of helping Britain achieve
#NetZero
πΏ Find out more here:
Welcome news from
@energygovuk
today as they launch Great British Nuclear.
Nuclear is the most reliable
#lowcarbon
energy source available to the UK. We're helping develop new nuclear stations at
@hinkleypointc
&
@sizewellc
to help ensure a more sustainable energy future.
The UKβs nuclear renaissance is underway π¬π§
Great British Nuclear will drive forward clean, reliable nuclear energy projects for generations to come.
Boosting energy security, supporting high-skilled jobs and growing the economy.
Find out more:
Happy 40th birthday to Heysham 1
#nuclear
power station π₯³
Over the last 40 years it has generated 237TWh of
#lowcarbon
electricity, the equivalent of powering every home in Lancashire for more than 93 years!
We'll continue investing in nuclear to help Britain achieve
#NetZero
.
The carbon avoided by one of
#Torness
#nuclear
power station's reactors over the past 28 months, compared to gas generation, is like taking 1.9m cars off Scotlandβs roads. The station's just marked its longest run - more than 860 days of continuous
#lowcarbon
electricity.
This festive season we have π΅ Ten Turbines Turning π΅ to help power the UK through this winter.
Hartlepool's second reactor has been refuelled and returned to full power, so the UKβs
#nuclear
fleet is generating over 5,800MW of
#zerocarbon
electricity - enough for 10m homes ποΈ.
Weβre
#proudtosupply
energy to UK businesses, many of whom have adapted to support vital services during the pandemic. The Royal Mint are supplying 1.9 million medical visors to the
#NHS
. Their team are producing over 100,000 per week. Here's their story: