Regulator profile

DNO

Distribution Network Operator

System Operator

2 areas of regulation · Great Britain

What DNO does

Regional electricity distribution companies that own and operate the local electricity networks. Handle grid connections for generators and demand customers below transmission level. Six DNO groups cover different regions of Great Britain.

Additional information

Six DNO groups: UK Power Networks, Western Power Distribution (now NGED), Scottish Power Energy Networks, SSE Networks, Northern Powergrid, Electricity North West. Contact your local DNO for connection applications.

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Types of regulation

Distribution Connection Embedded Generation

Coverage area

Great Britain

Covers England, Scotland, and Wales. Northern Ireland may have separate arrangements.