Our Story
The Northern Powergrid Foundation was established in 2022 to support communities in the Northern Powergrid region.
Initially funded by a £7.57m donation from Northern Powergrid (Northeast) plc and Northern Powergrid (Yorkshire) plc in 2022, the Foundation has enduring plans that goes beyond this to further support communities on an ongoing bases.
We are an independent charity, managed by a dedicated team and overseen by a Board of Trustees.
Our Mission
The Northern Powergrid Foundation aims to be a positive force in the communities we serve. We support diverse communities affected by economic, environmental, and societal changes due to the shifting energy landscape. Our funding helps:
- Those impacted by weather-related events
- Environmental preservation and protection
- Community education on sustainable energy resources
- Advancing diversity and social mobility in the energy sector
We recognise the varied and diverse range of communities we serve. We have ambitious plans to enhance support for energy resilience, net zero networks, and fuel poverty innovation projects.
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