Committee discusses energy infrastructure challenges
The Industry and Regulators Committee will continue its inquiry into the energy grid and grid connections by hearing from the Electricity Networks Commissioner, Nick Winser CBE. The Committee will examine what progress has been made in accelerating electricity transmission network deployment since his review of the subject in 2023. The Committee will discuss how to ensure energy network projects can progress through the planning system smoothly and what form community benefits for those living near network infrastructure should take. The Committee will also consider how the National Energy System Operator will provide strategic planning of the energy system and Ofgem’s role in approving network infrastructure.
Meeting details
At 10:30am: Oral evidence
Inquiry
The energy grid and grid connections
Electricity Networks Commissioner at National Infrastructure Commission
Possible questions include:
- What are the main barriers and issues causing delays in the planning system for energy projects, and what is your view of the Government’s planning proposals?
- What community incentives might best enable grid expansion, and should they be compulsory?
- Do energy networks have sufficient incentives to ensure timely connections to the grid?
- Should the Government give greater guidance to the sector and Ofgem on the balance between the affordability of energy bills and the need for investment?