Why should Guernsey Electricity vote?

‘This vote provides certainty and a clear strategic direction for Guernsey Electricity and the wider energy industry. The security and supply of our future energy are of paramount importance, along with affordability for islanders,’ said Guernsey Electricity CEO Alan Bates.

When did Guernsey start using electricity?

In 1898 Edmundsons Electricity Corporation was granted the concession to build and operate an electricity supply in Guernsey. 7 kilometres (4.3 mi) of cables would have to be installed below ground within two years. In February 1900 150 kW could be generated from the power station at Les Amballes, St Peter Port. : 6–7

How does the French electricity grid work?

The grid physically comprises a network of high voltage (90 kV, 3-phase, 50 Hz) submarine and underground cables linking the French electricity grid to the electricity systems on the islands of Jersey and Guernsey. The grid enables electricity generated from renewable sources in France to be transmitted to Jersey and Guernsey.

Does Guernsey have a 'best possible outcome'?

GUERNSEY ELECTRICITY has described States backing for the electricity strategy as the ‘best possible outcome for the island’. Guernsey Electricity CEO Alan Bates. (Picture by Peter Frankland, 32517362) Government has now agreed a pathway for de-carbonising the island’s electricity supply and moving to net zero by 2050.

How does CIEG work in Guernsey?

Ninety percent of Guernsey’s electricity is imported from the grid. Co-operating through the CIEG means the islands can work together towards improving the reliability of the grid system. Cable contains 3 fibre optic cables of 24 fibres each, ceased working in 2018 after 2 faults.

How much did Guernsey's power plant cost?

In 1933 the States of Guernsey cancelled the concession and acquired the business at a cost of £285,500 at which time the capacity was 3.73 MW with 2,928 consumers on 165 kilometres (103 mi) of cables with eight substations.