This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes a News Analysis explaining the background, detail and implications of the merger between the National Infrastructure Commission and the Infrastructure and Projects Authority. There is also coverage of The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)’s consultation on potential amendments to the Contract for Difference (CfD) Standard Terms and Conditions (ST&Cs) in relation to relaxing certain eligibility requirements for fixed bottom offshore wind projects for Allocation Round 7 (AR7). In addition, this week, Ofgem launched a new consultation on the project assessment framework for the first allocation round of the Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) cap and floor subsidy regime, and announced a decrease in the energy price cap for Q3 2025.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: several announcements from the Ofgem, including: (1) the approval six code modifications, CM086, CM087, CMP403, CMP404, GC0159 and GSR031, which enable the introduction of Competitively Appointed Transmission Owners (CATOs) into the UK's electricity transmission system; (2) publishing the updated versions of the RIIO-2 Regulatory Instructions and Guidance (RIGs), Regulatory Reporting Packs (RRPs), and Price Control Financial Model (PCFM) guidance for gas distribution networks; and (3) publication of two guidance documents on compliance with the Renewable Obligation (RO) scheme. In addition this week, the National Energy System Operator (NESO) has published its transitional Centralised Strategic Network Plan (tCSNP) Refresh methodology, outlining how it will assess and recommend electricity transmission network reinforcement projects. We also cover the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) issuing a call for evidence seeking views on innovative hydrogen-to-power (H2P) projects that can be rapidly deployed by 2030, ahead of large-scale hydrogen infrastructure development.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: News Analysis on the case of HMRC v Dolphin Drilling Ltd wherein the Supreme Court dismissed the company's appeal, deciding that the 'hire cap' under the oil contractor regime applied to restrict the corporation tax deduction available to it for the cost of chartering a tender support vessel (TSV).We also cover several announcements from Ofgem, including (1) launching an urgent statutory consultation on Capacity Market (CM) rule change proposal CP388, (2) publishing its decision on the commercial framework for Early Competition in onshore electricity transmission, (3) announcing significant modifications to Price Control Financial Instruments (PCFIs) and licence conditions for gas and electricity transmission and distribution networks and, (4) launching a consultation on its Draft Determinations for the upcoming RIIO-3 price control, which will govern electricity and gas networks from 1 April 2026-31 March 2031. In addition this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has published a Solar Roadmap outlining over 70 actions to support the deployment of 45-47 GW of solar capacity across the UK by 2030 and the Welsh Government has published an action plan aimed at maximising Wales's offshore wind potential and securing long-term economic benefits, the National Energy System Operator (NESO) has launched a consultation on its proposed Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP) methodology and the National Audit Office (NAO) has published a value for money report, assessing the performance of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) since its introduction in 2021.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: the official launch and operation of the National Energy System Operator (NESO), as well as Ofgem’s publication of an open letter responding to concerns and uncertainty over long-term Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS) charges. In addition, this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced a consultation on extending the current Free Allocation period, published the 2025–26 Renewables Obligation level calculations, along with the response to its consultation on core fuel sector resilience measures, and the European Commission launched a consultation on the draft delegated act on the methodology to determine the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions for low-carbon and hydrogen fuels and published the final Terms and Conditions for its second renewable hydrogen auction.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: the consultation outcome for the Ofgem consultation on phase 1 energy code reform transitional measures, plus Ofgem consultations on (i) extending the ban on acquisition-only tariffs to 31 March 2028 and (ii) draft determinations for the RIIO-ET3 price control Load Re-opener May 2026 window. In addition this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has made updates to ESOS phase 4 compliance requirements and energy supplier obligations for non-domestic smart meter rollout post-2025, as well as confirming that UK ETS expansion to waste incineration will not proceed in 2028 as initially planned.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: a News Analysis on the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA)'s publication of updated guidance for the assignment of offshore petroleum production licences in the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS). In addition, this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) opened Round 9 of the Green Heat Network Fund for applications and published the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband's designation of certain energy codes and central systems as qualifying documents and central systems under schedule 12 of the Energy Act 2023 (EnA 2023). The National Energy System Operator (NESO) also published its Electricity Ten Year Statement (ETYS), and Ofgem launched a call for input on a proposed review of the relative price control framework for Independent Gas Transporters (IGTs).

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: two important Ofgem consultations on (1) modifications to the standard licence conditions for code managers and (2) reforms to electricity demand connections to support the growth of the most viable data centre projects in Great Britain (GB). In addition this week, the Office for Nuclear Regulation (ONR) has launched a consultation on reform to the Safety Assessment Principles (SAPs), a central part of the nuclear site health and safety regime, with a view to implementing recommendations from the 2025 Nuclear Regulatory Review (Fingleton review) regarding increased transparency and support for innovation. Meanwhile, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) has published a policy paper setting out the scheme design for bill discounts for households closest to new and significantly upgraded electricity transmission infrastructure.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: Ofgem's announcement of an energy price cap for the third quarter of 2024, and a consultation on associated documents to proposed new National Energy System Operator (NESO) licences. Also included are the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA)'s response to its call for evidence on a carbon storage levy and updates to regulations on carbon capture, transport and storage.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: several announcements from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) on the Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, namely: (1) publication of the Contract Budget Notice and accompanying explanatory note for Allocation Round 7 (AR7), and (2) issuing updated supply chain plan guidance for solar projects of 300MW or more applying in the Allocation Round 8 (AR8), anticipated in 2026. In addition this week, Ofgem has rejected CUSC Modification Proposal 444 (CMP444) which, if approved, would have imposed a cap and floor on generation Transmission Network Use of System (TNUoS) charges, following the government’s decision not to introduce zonal pricing in its Review of Electricity Markets (REMA) 2025 summer update.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights covers several announcements from Ofgem, including: (1) its decision approving Capacity Market (CM) Rules change proposal CP388, following a statutory consultation launched on 27 June 2025; (2) a consultation on proposed licence conditions to implement the RIIO-3 price control settlement for the electricity transmission, gas transmission and gas distribution sectors; and (3) a call for input seeking views on whether there are fairer and more efficient ways to allocate and recover energy system costs, including looking at a range of potential alternative pricing models for consumers. In addition this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) published the final versions of the Contracts for Difference (CfD) Standard Terms and Conditions (ST&Cs) and associated documents for Allocation Round 7 (AR7) and the National Energy System Operator (NESO) has extended the notice period for the closure of the one-off 'Gate 2 Whole Queue' exercise.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: 2024 Autumn Budget key energy and environment announcements (as well as planning announcements, which include measures in relation to energy infrastructure), as well as the Offshore Petroleum Regulator for Environment and Decommissioning (OPRED)'s announcement of a consultation on draft supplementary Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) guidance for offshore oil and gas projects. In addition, this week, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) announced a pilot scheme for England's first heat network zone, along with a consultation on proposed reforms to Scotland's electricity infrastructure consenting processes; the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) published a report on legal challenges against the nationally significant infrastructure planning (NSIP) regime; and the National Energy System Operator (NESO) published an update on the grid connections reform process.

This week's edition of Energy weekly highlights includes: Ofgem's statutory consultation launch on National Energy System Operator (NESO) licences and the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA)'s publication of guidance to assist in the development of a carbon storage industry. This week’s highlights also include the European Commissions's launch of three consultations on the FuelEU Maritime Regulation's verification and monitoring requirements, and the Scottish Government's publication of a review of the Heat Networks Delivery Plan.