October 13, 2024 Net Zero
Recommendations for Net Zero
The National Grid has published five major reforms that it believes are essential to reaching Net Zero. In ‘Delivering for 2035: Upgrading the grid for a secure, clean and affordable energy future’ sets out the ‘priority actions’ that will allow power networks to meet their sustainability targets.
- Reform the planning system
- Ensure the regulatory and governance framework is set up for delivery.
- Transform how clean energy connects to the grid, accelerating Net Zero projects.
- Put communities and consumers at the forefront of the transition.
- Develop supply chain capacity and a skills pipeline across the country.
What John Pettigrew from the National Grid says
John Pettigrew, National Grid PLC Chief Executive Officer: “The UK has made significant progress in decarbonisation over the last decade. But today, we all stand at a critical juncture. The scale of the transformation needed over the next decade and beyond is a level not seen for generations with a far greater level of investment needed over a much shorter timeframe. Incremental change will not be sufficient – we need a transformative approach.
“We believe the five priority actions we have set out today can drive our energy transformation, bringing with it a huge boost to the economy, more jobs, lower household bills and greater energy security.
“National Grid is already playing its part in investing in clean energy infrastructure and transforming the UK’s energy system to make sure it is fit for the future, investing more than £16bn in the five years to April 2026 to upgrade our networks and support the UK’s net zero ambition.
“We are committed to working with government and the regulator we focus on delivering a clean, fair and affordable energy future.”
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