Ofgem unveils plan to fast-track £4bn in UK grid investment

Michael Holder
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Advanced Procurement Mechanism aims to enable transmission owners to invest in crucial equipment and services for decarbonising Britain's electricity system

Ofgem has announced plans designed to fast-track almost £4bn of investment in electricity transmission infrastructure, equipment, and services, which it said would be crucial for decarbonising Britain's...

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