Independent report

AI deployment in electricity networks: independent review

Independent review by Lucy Yu looking at artificial intelligence deployment in electricity networks.

• From: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Published: 16 December 2025
• Last updated: 8 September 2026
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  1. 8 September 2026

     We've published the review report.

  2. 18 March 2026

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  3. 16 December 2025

     First published.

Applies to England, Scotland and Wales

Documents

The grid we need now: independent review of AI deployment in electricity networks

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The grid we need now: terms of reference

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Details

This independent review examines how artificial intelligence could be deployed safely to support a more efficient, flexible and reliable electricity system. The review was led by Lucy Yu, the AI Champion for Clean Energy.

The review makes recommendations in 4 broad areas:

• transitioning the electricity system to AI-enabled, risk-based operation and planning
• ensuring AI-driven flexibility delivers tangible benefits for consumers
• establishing clear governance for increasing autonomy
• accelerating the deployment of proven AI solutions