The transition to a Net Zero economy requires a fundamental change in the way our energy system operates. Our switch to renewable generation means we must develop an energy system which combines a mix of large-scale power generation with local decentralised energy systems. As our case studies illustrate, the solutions should not and could not be the same everywhere - a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach will not be cost effective.
As Energy Systems Catapult notes, Net Zero will not only require changes to the physical system, but also an enabling of digital and market systems. Local area ...