A guide to electric and magnetic fields from electricity infrastructure
Electricity is an important part of modern day life and electricity infrastructure is built to facilitate this. As a result you may live near an overhead line, pylon or substation and want to find out more about it. This website is designed to give you a balanced, informative view of Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMFs) from overhead lines and substations.
'EMF The Facts' is a comprehensive summary produced by the Energy Networks Association.
Living or buying near an overhead line
Everything you need to know about living near, or buying or selling a house near an overhead line.
Living or buying near a substation
Everything you need to know about living near, or buying or selling a house near a substation.
What are overhead lines and substations?
Look into the electricity system and learn about overhead lines, pylons and substations.
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Potential health effects
Current evidence on health effects including information on microshocks, pacemakers and childhood leukaemia.
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UK EMFs policy and exposure limits
Up to date information about the UK's stance on EMFs including national policies and exposure limits.
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