Ofgem proposes 'system overhaul' to tackle 722GW grid connection queue

Stuart Stone
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Fast-tracked grid connections could be in place within months under new proposals, energy regulator claims

Ofgem has today called on network operators to rapidly accelerate the pace at which they get an estimated 722GW of renewable, clean power, and energy storage projects connected to the grid, after launching...

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