Second Report - Renewable energy in Wales
Select Committee
Welsh Affairs Committee
HC 439
29 July 2021
Government Response (AI assessment · 20 of 20 classified)
Accepted
4
Acknowledged
10
Deferred
1
Rejected
1
Government response
Second Special Report - Renewable energy in Wales: Government response to the Committee’s Second Report · published 26 Oct 2021
Recommendations & Conclusions
4 results
8
Conclusion
Accepted
Para 43
The shift to a net zero economy will be one of the most significant economic...
Conclusion
The shift to a net zero economy will be one of the most significant economic transformations in decades. It will have far reaching consequences for communities and individuals across the UK, for livelihoods and lifestyles. While this decarbonisation journey offers …
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Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the need for a comprehensive strategy to upskill the workforce for the net-zero economy, referencing its Ten Point Plan and investments in skills. It highlights the Green Jobs Taskforce, launched last year, specifically tasked with addressing skills for the low-carbon transition.
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Recommendation
Accepted
Para 44
If the UK Government intends to ensure that jobs will not be lost during the...
Recommendation
If the UK Government intends to ensure that jobs will not be lost during the transition to a greener economy, it needs to work with the business sector and stakeholders including the Welsh Government to develop a comprehensive strategy for …
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Government Response Summary
The government highlights its Ten Point Plan for a green industrial revolution and the establishment of the Green Jobs Taskforce last year. This taskforce was already convened with stakeholders to advise on skills and a reskilling strategy, addressing the committee's recommendation.
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Conclusion
Accepted
Para 71
We received a considerable amount of evidence arguing that grid capacity issues are currently significantly...
Conclusion
We received a considerable amount of evidence arguing that grid capacity issues are currently significantly hindering renewable energy deployment throughout Wales, and are likely to continue to do so in the future. If the UK Government is unaware of the …
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Government Response Summary
The government states that network regulation is a matter for Ofgem but is working with them to enable anticipatory investment by network companies. It details significant existing and planned investments in Welsh transmission and distribution networks, and highlights the ongoing Offshore Transmission Network Review which includes the Welsh Administration.
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Recommendation
Accepted
Para 72
The UK Government must recognise that Wales’ increase in renewable energy development and generation may...
Recommendation
The UK Government must recognise that Wales’ increase in renewable energy development and generation may be significantly hindered by grid constraints if action is not taken. To mitigate this risk, the UK Government must work in collaboration Renewable energy in …
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Government Response Summary
The government confirms it is working with Ofgem to enable anticipatory investment in network infrastructure and cites significant current and planned investment across Great Britain and specifically in South and Mid Wales. It also highlights the Offshore Transmission Network Review, which is developing a plan-led approach to grid infrastructure and includes the Welsh Administration.
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