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Transitional support mechanism for large-scale biomass electricity generators

From:
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Published
18 January 2024
Last updated
10 February 2025 — See all updates
This consultation has concluded

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Transitional support mechanism for large-scale biomass generators: government response

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Detail of outcome

After careful consideration of the responses, the government has decided to progress a short-term support mechanism for large-scale biomass generators.

This decision recognises that the continued operation of these plants will:

  • bolster our security of supply between the late 2020s and early 2030s by providing low-carbon, dispatchable electricity to the grid
  • support the government’s commitments for Carbon Budget 6 and ambitions for a clean power system by 2030
  • keep the option of these plants converting to power BECCS and deploying within a timeframe to contribute to Carbon Budget 6

The rationale of the decision, the chosen mechanism for delivering support, and the eligibility criteria are set out in detail in the government response.

Detail of feedback received

We received 103 responses to the consultation from a wide range of stakeholders, including:

  • large-scale biomass generators
  • small-scale biomass generators
  • trade associations
  • academic institutions
  • environmental groups

Original consultation

Summary

We're seeking views on potential transitional support arrangements to facilitate the transition of large-scale biomass electricity generation to power BECCS.

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Consultation description

We are consulting on potential transitional support arrangements to support large-scale biomass electricity generators in their planned move to power bioenergy carbon capture and storage (power BECCS).  

Power BECCS has the potential to deliver a significant volume of carbon removals that can make an important contribution to our net zero ambitions. The proposed transitional arrangements will also support the UK’s energy security.

We are seeking views on the transitional support arrangements in principle, and how any such potential support might be designed. We have published an impact assessment alongside the consultation.

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Documents

Transitional support mechanism for large-scale biomass generators: consultation document

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Transitional support mechanism for large-scale biomass generators: consultation document (HTML)

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Biomass power transitional options: impact assessment

PDF, 443 KB, 21 pages

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