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Government’s announcement on lifting onshore wind ban will bring cheaper bills for consumers and strengthen Britain’s energy security

Wendy

7/8/2024 1:39:35 PM

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Responding to today’s announcement by the Chancellor Rachel Reeves that the Government will reform the National Planning Policy Framework before the end of this month to end the de facto ban on onshore wind in England, RenewableUK's Chief Executive Dan McGrail said:

 

“Lifting the onshore wind ban in England was long overdue and we're delighted that Labour has made this one of its first priorities in office. This shows that the new Government is determined to act fast to tackle some of the longstanding barriers which have held the UK back on developing vital new clean energy infrastructure.
"Public support for onshore wind remains sky-high throughout the UK at 78% according to the latest official polling, as billpayers know that new wind farms provide electricity at very low cost, as well as strengthening our energy security and tackling climate change. Polling also shows that most people want to see the planning system reformed, as they’re frustrated that an onshore wind farm proposal which is overwhelmingly popular in a local area can be stopped by just a handful of opponents.
"The onshore wind industry is committed to ensuring that communities are properly consulted about any proposals, including the wide range of economic benefits they will bring to local people. This process can take several years, including measures which help ensure that wildlife is protected, so it will be some time before brand new projects go ahead in England.
"Modern turbines are substantially more efficient and powerful than the turbines built in previous decades, so doubling the UK’s onshore wind capacity by 2030 won’t mean doubling the number of turbines in the UK. We can generate more power from fewer new turbines, and we can replace older turbines with far more powerful ones, making the most of our superb natural wind resources. Our research shows that delivering 30 gigawatts of onshore wind by the end of the decade would boost the economy by £45 billion and create 27,000 jobs".

 

More details on the Government’s onshore wind announcement are available here.

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