UK electricity grid's carbon emissions could turn negative by 2033, says National Grid

Operator says UK can tap carbon capture and renewables to help meet UK's targets

Carbon emissions from Britain's electricity system could turn negative by as early as 2033 if the UK uses carbon capture technology alongside more renewable energy to reach its climate targets, according to a report from National Grid.

The electricity network operator on Monday set out its vision for an emissions negative" grid that would include 30m electric vehicles on UK roads, and 8m heat pumps used to replace gas boilers in energy-efficient homes.