Part 1 of this working paper seeks views on the potential introduction of a mandatory community benefits scheme for low carbon energy infrastructure, including on the scope of such a scheme, and how a scheme should be administered and enforced.
Part 2 seeks views on how best to facilitate shared ownership of renewable energy generation infrastructure, including on whether a mandatory approach should be taken and consequently whether relevant powers in the Infrastructure Act 2015 should be exercised.
Audiences
We encourage responses from all stakeholders with an interest in the policy area. In particular, this working paper may be of interest to:
- Energy infrastructure developers and investors
- Wider energy industry and trade bodies
- Community organisations
- Environmental groups
- Local authorities
Territorial extent
This policy will apply to Great Britain only (England, Scotland and Wales) but we encourage responses from any organisation or individual with experience or views on the matter.
How to respond
Respond online at: energygovuk.citizenspace.com/energy-infrastructure-planning/community-benefits-shared-ownership-en-infrastruct
or
Email: [email protected]
or
Write to:
Community Benefits
Energy Infrastructure Planning Reform
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
55 Whitehall
London
SW1A 2HP
When responding, please state whether you are responding as an individual or representing the views of an organisation.
Your response will be most useful if it is framed in direct response to the questions posed, though further comments and evidence are also welcome.
