The Prime Minister has pledged to achieve a decarbonised electricity grid by 2030.
But how likely is it that this ambitious target will happen?
The ESO published yesterday its Future Energy Scenarios report, which explores different pathways for the future UK energy system.
It is stated that “all net zero pathways achieve a decarbonised power sector by 2035 at the latest.
“Holistic Transition and Electric Engagement achieve this in 2033 and 2034 respectively. This is driven by high levels of wind and solar uptake, reduced use of unabated gas and initial deployments of bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS).
“Negative emissions with power BECCS from 2030 onwards are essential to achieving net zero power.”
An ESO spokesperson told Energy Live News: “Analysis for the 2024 Future Energy Scenarios commenced before the general election and therefore reflect the relevant policies and ambitions before the general election.
“The Future Energy Scenarios do not set the limits of what is credible, it is possible to move further and faster with the right, timely action.
“As announced last week, the ESO will work with the new government and Mission Control to provide advice on the pathway towards the 2030 ambition.”
