What’s the story?
Power stations and other generators connect to transmission and distribution networks. Long-distance transmission and local delivery have different roles in bringing electricity to users.
Why does it work this way?
Generating equipment alone cannot deliver power everywhere. Lines, substations and local networks must connect supply with demand, while operators maintain a workable balance across the system.
What comes next?
When a new generation project is announced, ask how it will connect to the grid. A proposed plant and a completed connection are different milestones.
Why should you care?
Infrastructure affects which power can reach your community and how reliably it gets there. It explains why discussions about electricity often involve much more than the number of generating plants.