Renewable Energy Installations - The Legal Process & Applying for a Grid Connection

Introduction

Is your client interested in diversifying its land holding to the production of renewable energy? Whether this is solar, wind, AD or CHP, advisers must become familiar with the legal process and consent regimes for grid connection.

This webinar will explain the jargon and discuss the process of applying for a grid connection.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• What is an NSIP and what are the new thresholds for planning applications?
• What is G99, the DNO or a PoC?
• Do you still require planning consent and listed building consent?
• Does Biodiversity Net Gain apply, and can you sell BNG credits?
• Following significant reforms in 2025, what is the new application and connection process?
• Connection agreements - a brief look at key clauses

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Wednesday 14th January 2026

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