Community-owned Renewable Energy 2026-07-07
2026-07-07
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Q1
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Community-owned renewable energy projects are gaining momentum and have the potential to enhance national energy security.
What assessment has been made of the potential impact of community-owned renewable energy on energy security?
We are committed to seeing much more community energy across Britain through the local power plan, which will support over 1,000 local and community energy projects by 2030 with £1 billion of investment. Ownership matters to this Government.
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Assessment & feedback
The MP did not provide a direct assessment of the impact on energy security, but focused on support for community energy in general.
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Q2
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The Northumberland solar-powered community buildings project is an example of innovative use of renewable energy in remote communities.
Will the Minister meet me to discuss the need for a smart export guarantee and greater support for community energy power-purchasing agreements?
The Minister would be happy to meet my hon. Friend to discuss exciting community energy projects in their area, focusing on investment and regulation reform to enable local power sales and profit retention by communities.
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Assessment & feedback
While the MP committed to a meeting, he did not provide specific details about how or when reforms will be implemented for power-purchasing agreements.
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Q3
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The Energy Security and Net Zero Committee report highlights concerns about community energy projects being left behind without clear government guidance on reforms.
Will the energy independence Bill establish a workable model for delivering community energy as soon as possible?
We are committed to making reforms and providing guidance, including legislation in the energy independence Bill. We aim to make it easier for communities to sell power locally and retain profits, with £1 billion investment through GB Energy.
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Assessment & feedback
The MP did not provide a direct answer on establishing a workable model within the Bill but discussed general commitment to reforms.
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