Getting Around

Test your know-how on transport and how much energy is involved...

Tidal energy machine

Rising Tides

The movement of the tides can be used to turn turbines that drive generators to produce low carbon electricity.

A flame from a gas cooker

Getting Gas

Explore the journey of natural gas from deep underground to our homes, buildings and manufacturers.

Underwater gas pipes

Sharing Gas

Sharing gas with other countries gives us more security in our energy supply.

Gas pipelines

Gas Grid

Find out how gas is shared across the UK and Europe through a network of high pressure pipes.

A science presenter safely observes the burning of a fuel

Alternative Fuels

A video demonstration exploring cleaner alternatives to fossil fuels to power our transport.

Spray from a wave is blown over a lighthouse on the coast

UK Wind Map

The UK is well placed to harness a huge amount of energy - Scotland is actually the windiest place in Europe!

An off-grid village

Living Off Grid

Even though there are thousands of miles worth of pipe and cables delivering electricity and gas to homes and businesses in the UK, they don’t reach everyone.



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