UK Government Introduces Planning and Infrastructure Bill for Clean Energy

The UK Parliament has introduced a landmark Planning and Infrastructure Bill aimed at accelerating the connection of clean power projects by 2030, replacing the outdated ‘first come, first served’ system. This Bill is expected to unlock £200 billion of investment while cutting the waiting time for new grid connections by up to seven years. It aims to prioritize at least 150 major infrastructure projects, including solar, wind, hydrogen, and carbon capture projects to bolster energy security and drive economic growth.