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Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 7: allocation framework

The Allocation Framework sets out the rules for Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 7 (AR7) and the eligibility requirements applicants must satisfy.

• From: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
• Published: 23 July 2025

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Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 7: Allocation Framework

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Contracts for Difference (CfD) Allocation Round 7: Schedule 5 - Application checks to be carried out by the Delivery Body

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Orkney schematic diagram template

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Shetland Isles schematic diagram template

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Western Isles schematic diagram template

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Contract Allocation Framework for CfD Allocation Round 7

The final Allocation Framework for CfD Allocation Round 7 (AR7) sets out:

• the rules for Allocation Round 7
• the eligibility requirements that applicants must satisfy

Published 23 July 2025