According to a report by Octopus Energy, homeowners in the UK face a significant discrepancy in the approval times for low-carbon technologies, such as heat pumps, solar panels, and electric vehicle chargers, which can range from just one day to more than six weeks based on geographic location. This variation is a result of differing internal processes among local electricity network operators (DNOs). As demand for sustainable energy solutions grows, the inconsistencies expose potential fairness and efficiency issues in the country’s energy transition, particularly contrasting with fossil fuel-based systems that require no such approvals.
Homeowners installing heat pumps or solar panels in the UK face varying approval times, ranging from one day to over six weeks, influenced by local network operators.
Demand for low-carbon energy solutions is rising sharply, exposing regional disparities in approval times for technologies crucial for the UK's energy transition.
Regions with more efficient electricity network operators see faster approvals, with top performers like UK Power Networks averaging just seven days for clean tech installations.
The approval process highlights inconsistencies within the energy transition, as fossil-fuel systems like gas boilers require no approvals, complicating the shift to cleaner technologies.
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