Electricity Generation
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of waiting times in distribution connections reform.
Answered by Michael Shanks
Distribution-level projects can face significant connection delays, particularly if they could impact on the transmission network. The reformed transmission connections process, currently being implemented, should accelerate connections for many viable distribution-level projects. Furthermore, Ofgem has recently raised the threshold for distribution projects in England and Wales requiring a Transmission Impact Assessment from 1MW to 5MW, which should accelerate connections for connections below the new threshold.[1] More widely, Ofgem is reviewing the connections regulatory incentives and obligations applied to National Energy System Operator and network companies. This aims to reduce connection times where possible and improve customer service.[2]
The equivalent thresholds for Scotland are under ongoing review by the Scottish network companies.
[2] Connections end-to-end review of the regulatory framework | Ofgem
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