Ofgem to confirm NESO’s plan to reform UK grid connections

Tuesday 22 Apr 2025
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The plan aims to prioritise clean energy projects, unlocking £40bn of investment annually.

The UK’s Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) is expected to confirm a new plan drafted by the National Energy System Operator (NESO) to reform grid connections in the country.

The plan aims to prioritise clean energy projects, unlocking £40bn ($52.8bn) of investment annually and addressing the backlog caused by “zombie” projects that have delayed grid access for up to 15 years.

The reform is part of the government’s Plan for Change, which focuses on economic growth and energy security.

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