Grid Infrastructure

Raincloud provides specialist hydrology and environmental support for grid infrastructure projects across the UK. From early feasibility and site selection through to planning, permitting and construction, we help clients deliver essential energy connections with confidence. Our expertise cover substations and associated enabling works, ensuring developments are resilient, compliant, and environmentally responsible.

We support clients throughout the project lifecycle, providing services including:

• Feasibility and site selection – flood and drainage feasibility studies to identify viable locations

• Design – constraints mapping, drainage layouts and mitigation design for successful planning applications

• Scoping and Planning – scoping reports, Flood Risk Assessments, SuDS strategies and EIA chapters

• Discharge of Planning Conditions – working with clients to meet regulatory requirements efficiently

• Permitting and Consents – guidance through the consents and permitting process

• Construction – water quality monitoring before and during construction