A systematic approach is needed to local energy planning

Energy Systems Catapult looks at how finance local power requirements

The Energy Systems Catapult is championing the idea of smart local energy systems (SLES)

The Energy Systems Catapult is championing the idea of smart local energy systems (SLES)

The UK needs to move away from one-off energy, transport and heat projects towards a systematic approach that delivers joined-up local energy communities to attract investment, drive clean economic growth and fund net zero.

This is a key recommendation in an Energy Systems Catapult (ESC) report titled Enabling Smart Local Energy Systems: Finance and Investment. The report builds on research with local government and UK investors to set out recommendations for government, local authorities,...