Here is a record of the policy responses we have submitted and our position on subjects that are receiving the attention of legislators.
You can download any of these responses as a PDF from this page. For a .docx version, please email Josh at j.barnes@communityenergyengland.org.
CEE response to the GB Energy Bill call for evidence
The Great British Energy Bill has no mention of community energy. We proposed an amendment to the Objectives of GB Energy in the bill and supported an amendment on ethical sourcing.
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CEE response to the Planning reform consultation
The government consulted on proposed reforms to the National Planning Policy Framework and other changes to the planning system. We urged a net zero mandate for planning, community energy be allowed in the green belt, more rewewables in conservation/heritage areas, protected landscapes and more.
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CEE Autumn Budget representation to the Treasury
A representation of our asks for government spending in the Budget on 30 October. It begins with a 250 word summary.
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Letter to Ed Miliband [July 2024]
CEE's letter to the new Secretary of State for Energy following Labour's election victory.
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Press Release - Election result 2024
5 July - for immediate release.
"New government backs local people to tackle climate change with up to £1bn a year."
Yesterday, the people elected a government with real plans to turbocharge community energy [1].
Community Energy England’s response to the Call for Evidence on Barriers to Community Energy Projects
The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) issued a call for evidence on the barriers to setting up, developing and scaling faced by community energy organisations.
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