SSE plc

UK and Ireland energy infrastructure group known for renewable generation and electricity transmission and distribution networks.

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Highlights

Formed 14 December 1998

Created by the merger of Scottish Hydro-Electric and Southern Electric.

£3.6bn invested in 2025/26

Part of a five-year £33bn investment plan to 2030.

14.5 TWh renewable output

SSE's reported renewable generation output for 2025/26.

10.8GW connected renewable capacity

Renewable capacity connected within the SSEN Transmission network area in 2025/26.

Over 3.9m homes and businesses served

SSEN Distribution operates across central southern England and the north of Scotland.

About SSE plc

SSE plc was formed on 14 December 1998 through the merger of Scottish Hydro-Electric and Southern Electric. It has been headquartered in Perth since its inception and retains a strong Scottish base, while operating across the UK and Ireland.

The group develops, owns and operates renewable generation, flexible thermal assets, energy storage and electricity networks. Its businesses include SSE Renewables, SSE Thermal, SSEN Transmission, SSEN Distribution and Energy Solutions.

SSE is especially strong in large-scale renewable development and regulated electricity networks. For students, it offers exposure to capital-intensive infrastructure, energy markets, project development, regulation and the commercial challenges of the net-zero transition.

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