The UK government plans to revamp the country’s planning system. This aims to simplify the installation of overhead cables and pylons to achieve net zero targets.
The current planning system poses challenges in obtaining permission for new infrastructure like power lines. Local communities often express concerns about the environmental and quality of life impacts.
Proposed changes by the government would prioritize the need for new infrastructure supporting the transition to net zero. Projects meeting certain environmental standards would have an easier path for approval.
The announcement of these changes is expected later this year.
Benefits of the proposed changes include:
- Speeding up the deployment of renewable energy projects, aiding net zero targets.
- Potentially reducing the cost of infrastructure by bypassing current planning hurdles.
- Creating jobs in the renewable energy sector.
However, there are also concerns regarding the proposed changes:
- Increased construction of pylons and overhead cables, potentially harming the environment and local communities’ quality of life.
- Granting excessive power to the government in the planning process, resulting in a loss of local democratic control.
It is crucial to thoroughly evaluate the potential benefits and risks before implementing the proposed changes.
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