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Find out if and by when you need to apply for a specified generator environmental permit to meet air quality requirements.
The emission limit values (ELVs) and air quality standards specified generators must meet, including the deadlines for complying.
Guidance on how to do detailed air quality modelling for specified generators.
The types of permit available, how much they cost and how to apply for your environmental permit.
If you operate a medium combustion plant (MCP) or a generator, find out if you need to meet MCP and specified generator regulations.
How the UK supports the use of combined heat and power (CHP) or 'cogeneration', which avoids network losses and reduces emissions.
How hydroelectric power works, regional schemes and information on installing your own micro-hydro scheme.
Find out if Medium Combustion Plant Directive (MCPD) or specified generator regulations apply to your operations.
Resilient energy networks are critical for energy security, and a strengthening of our electricity network will ensure we can meet challenges from an increasing diversified energy mix.
Find out if you need an environmental permit, if you can meet permit requirements and how to follow the application process.
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