Name
Regional planning, national coordination: Moving away from a one size fits all energy system
Date & Time
Wednesday, March 3, 2027, 11:15 AM - 11:50 AM
Speakers
Bridget Hartley, Head of Regional Energy Strategic Planning , NESO
Sarah Kerr, Energy Systems Lead , Oxfordshire County Council
Bridget Hartley Sarah Kerr
Description
  • How can networks and local authorities coordinate regional energy planning without compromising affordability?
  • How do we avoid a London-centric approach that overlooks rural and regional priorities?
  • Should local planning assume gas has the same size role to play everywhere?
  • Can truly regional plans coexist with the national coordination networks still need?