The UK government is consulting on reforms to its renewables auction scheme, contracts for difference (CfD), that it says would “pave the way” for more renewables projects to come online by 2030.
New data from Cornwall Insight has revealed that the current grid connection queue for battery energy storage system (BESS) projects is more than twice what is required to meet the UK’s needs by 2030.
Ofgem is consulting on potential changes to its strategic innovation fund (SIF) to reflect how the scheme has evolved during its two years of practical use.
Energy regulator Ofgem has moved forward plans to accelerate grid connections with a new connections system due to come into force from spring this year.
An amendment to the Great British Energy Bill which went through on Tuesday evening will see the state-owned company support community energy initiatives.
