National Grid works with Met Office to unlock capacity on overhead power lines

National Grid has teamed up with the Met Office to unlock spare capacity on its overhead power lines by incorporating more precise weather forecasts into the calculation of line ratings. The partners are aiming to leverage advances in weather forecasting and integrate a cloud-based forecasting service into National Grid's existing dynamic line rating methodology as part of a new innovation project. 

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