Reforms to the Government’s renewables schemes could pave way for more projects to come online for clean power 2030.

DESNZ has set out proposals that could pave the way for more clean energy projects in the UK, including consultation on the Contracts for Difference (CfD) Scheme, proposals to remove planning barriers, and bringing clean power online faster

Following last year’s AR6 round, which delivered 128 projects with 9.6GW of capacity, the Government is consulting on proposals that might provide greater certainty to investors and encourage more private finance. 

Neil McDermott, CEO of LCCC, said: “Maintaining investor confidence is crucial to delivering Clean Power by 2030 and LCCC remains committed to ensuring any changes are implemented smoothly, helping to unlock further private investment in the sector.”

The consultation on reforms to the CfD Scheme is open for 4 weeks until 21 March, with a Government response expected ahead of the AR7 round.

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