This consultation seeks views on the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s proposals for Allocation Round Seven (AR7) and Future Allocation Rounds, under the Contracts for Difference. This consultation therefore applies to projects looking to apply for a CfD in 2025 or beyond.
Solar Energy UK welcomes the Department’s proposals for repowered projects to be included within the future CfD regime; those to streamline the CfD appeal system and to introduce hybrid metering. We also welcome the Department’s intention to reduce project exposure to inflation-related volatility – but have concerns regarding proposals to move from CPI to PPI, as we feel this may not reduce volatility.