Regen – an independent, evidence-led insight research group who support the transition of the UK’s energy systems – have their annual conference Delivering Clean Power Through Planning in London on 27 January 2026. The speakers at the conference include CEE affiliate Jessica Hogan. See below for the conference abstract and a link to the event registration page.
Conference Details
2025 has been a landmark year for planning reform and the pace of change is only set to accelerate in 2026. From the revised NPPF and the Planning and Infrastructure Bill to proposed changes in community benefit funds and shared ownership models, the planning landscape is shifting fast.
At the same time, the way we plan the UK’s energy system is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation. The development of the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan is redefining how renewable projects are sited and delivered. Coupled with the UK Government’s Clean Power 2030 targets, this moment demands unprecedented levels of collaboration to unlock the clean generation, storage, and transmission the UK needs.
Join developers, planning consultants, lawyers, and policymakers for a focused one-day programme of insight, debate, and networking. Together, we’ll explore:
- How planning reform, Clean Power 2030, and the SSEP can align and the risks if they don’t
- What the revised NPPF means for your projects on the ground
- How to tackle misinformation, build public support, and adopt effective engagement strategies
