Facilitating energy efficiency in the electricity system
Detail of outcome
Based on the responses to this call for evidence, we will continue to work with stakeholders to develop potential options to incentivise Electricity Demand Reduction (EDR) projects with a view to consulting on these in 2021.
Feedback received
Detail of feedback received
We received 37 responses to the call for evidence, the majority from Trade Associations, energy and utilities consultants and distribution network operators.
Respondents to the call for evidence generally agreed with our characterisation of the issues and challenges to facilitation of electricity demand reduction projects.
In addition to responding to the specific questions in the Call for Evidence, respondents made a number of over-arching comments including:
- the increased pressure on the electricity grid in the future
- the importance of strengthening existing regulations and schemes to have a clear trajectory towards Net Zero by 2050
It was also noted that more needed to be done to boost the market to increase demand for electricity demand reduction measures.
Original consultation
Consultation description
We are seeking views on market barriers to energy efficiency in the UK, and how we can create new markets for energy efficiency, securing its role in the wider energy market, contributing to flexibility and becoming a reliable alternative to increased generation and network reinforcement.
We recommend reviewing the Electricity Demand Reduction pilot final evaluation and Deemed Metering reports which are published alongside this Call for Evidence.
We are keen to hear from energy companies, network operators, technology suppliers, large businesses, SMEs, financial institutions, Energy Service Companies (ESCOs), Local Enterprise Partnerships, Non-Governmental Organisations, academics and anyone else with an interest in this area.
Documents
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