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Information about generating energy offshore
Find out if and by when you need to apply for a specified generator environmental permit to meet air quality requirements.
How the UK supports the use of combined heat and power (CHP) or 'cogeneration', which avoids network losses and reduces emissions.
How to comply with regulations for energy recovery and advanced conversion technologies.
This document contains the following information: Central Electricity Generating Board: a report on the operation by the board of its system for the generation and supply of electicity in bulk
The requirements for packaging HHGW
Offshore generating stations may require a marine licence and other consent.
The requirements for packaging LHGW
How low-carbon electricity is recognised and certified.
Guidance on obtaining development consent for energy infrastructure: offshore electricity generating stations.
Find out about relief from Excise Duty for users of fuel used to generate electricity ('Electricity Relief').
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