In Balance

Energy 2020: Major infrastructure

Posted in Climate policy, Energy markets by Dan on June 30, 2008

Stephen Balint, RES. The UK has good natural resources and could even exceed the 2020 target, but revision of the UK’s infrastructure is a prerequisite.

The planning process must be driven by the renewable energy strategy. Many applications have been stuck for 6-7 year. Public buy-in is critical to making these plans work and is key to planning decisions.

The National Grid is not delivering for new renewable generation – there is a long queue for connection.

The price-cap regulation for energy is stifling investment. Ofgem needs to prioritise sustainability. These changes will affect consumers – but in the long term, the switch to renewable energy will reduce consumers’ exposure to volatile energy markets.

The 2020 targets are only a milestone and plans must look beyond this (other speakers echo this).

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