Our purpose is to enable a zero carbon, lower cost energy future
“Energy security, affordability, and decarbonisation remained important themes in 2025 and at Drax – which sits at the heart of the UK energy system – we are continuing to play our part in addressing these issues.
“In 2025, we delivered a strong operational and financial performance, providing the reliable renewable electricity, flexibility, and system support services that the grid needs.”
Will Gardiner, Drax Group CEO
How we deliver
Flexible Generation & Energy Solutions (FlexGen)
Pumped storage, hydropower, Open Cycle Gas Turbines (OCGTs), battery energy storage systems (BESS), energy solutions.
Pellet Production
14 plants: own-use and third-party supply of responsibly sourced pellets.
Drax Power Station site
The UK’s biggest power station and largest source of renewable power.
Options for growth
Disciplined capital allocation policy supports investment for growth and returns to shareholders.
At Drax we want everyone to feel like a valued member, on a winning team with a worthwhile mission. Our values and behaviours are the principles and actions that shape our culture.
Our values:
Working at Drax, you’re part of a team that’s united behind our purpose: to enable a zero carbon, lower cost energy future.
We’re striving to help decarbonise the planet for generations to come, and we have a clear strategy to help us achieve it.
Our values underpin our purpose and strategy, and define our culture – they have an impact on everything we do. From how you work and collaborate every day, to how our customers feel and the way we attract new colleagues. The diagram summarises these values.
