How can we get more net zero energy projects connected to the grid? MPs quiz the Electricity System Operator, Ofgem and power operators
In its second evidence session examining how to make the electricity grid ready for Net Zero Britain, the Environmental Audit Committee questions industry leads about what challenges they may face.
The session focuses on the barriers in the roll-out of greater grid infrastructure, how resilient the grid is and how it needs to adapt to maintain resilience in the future. It will examine planning constraints and the future role of localised power generation, such as through community energy projects. The Committee will also have the opportunity to question Ofgem and National Grid Electricity System Operator: the bodies involved in setting up the future independent network planner, the Future Systems Operator.
Meeting details
The Committee launched its inquiry following concerns around grid connections raised in several previous pieces of work, including Technological innovations and climate change: Onshore solar energy, Accelerating the transition from fossil fuels and securing energy supplies, and Technological innovations and climate change: Community energy. It recently raised alarm that in some cases, customers are having to wait 10 to 15 years to secure a connection for solar installations.