New £1.5 million transformer to provide power to nearly 2,500 homes in and around Peasenhall, near Saxmundham

A new transformer costing £1.5 million is set to provide power to nearly 2,500 homes.

The 23-tonne transformer was installed in Peasenhall, near Saxmundham, by UK Power Networks.

It forms part of the company’s ongoing investment programme to modernise the local electricity grid, ensuring homes and businesses have reliable power.

Linda Chard, project manager at the firm, said: “This investment will futureproof the area’s electricity infrastructure, supporting the increasing demand for electric vehicles, heat pumps and other low-carbon technologies.

“We are reinforcing our commitment to improving sustainability and building a cleaner future for generations to come.”

UK Power Networks owns and runs the cables, substations and power lines to approximately 20 million people across the East of England, London and South East.