SP Energy Networks has successfully completed a £28m refurbishment to its Wishaw substation.
The substation is a key point within the transmission network in central and southern Scotland and these upgrades and newly installed equipment will allow it to operate more efficiently.
The project has been completed in stages, while the substation continued to operate and keep power flowing.
The refurbishment involved the reconfiguration of the substation and the installation of 12 new bays.
Once the resurfacing was completed more than 3000 shrubs and trees were also planted at the site.
Pearse Murray, SP Transmission Director at SP Energy Networks said: “Wishaw substation is a key hub within our transmission network in Scotland and large investments such as this ensure that we not only continue to future-proof the electricity network, but also play our part in supporting the country’s move to net zero emissions.
“As we continue that transition to a greener society, we are always looking for innovative ways we can be more environmentally friendly with our work. The offsetting of our plastic waste in road surfacing with this project has many benefits and we hope to roll this out wider among upcoming upgrades and investments in other locations.”
