Energy Act 2013: Primary legislation establishing the framework for UK energy policy, including provisions for renewable energy and decarbonization
Climate Change Act 2008: Sets legally binding targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions and establishes the framework for adapting to climate change
Electricity Act 1989: Fundamental legislation governing electricity generation, transmission, and supply in the UK
Utilities Act 2000: Legislation governing utility companies and establishing regulatory framework for energy markets
Planning Act 2008: Legislation governing planning permission for major infrastructure projects including renewable energy installations
Renewable Energy Directive: Retained EU law setting targets and requirements for renewable energy implementation
Renewables Obligation Order: Support scheme requiring UK electricity suppliers to source increasing amounts of electricity from renewable sources
Feed-in Tariffs Scheme: Regulations governing payments for small-scale renewable electricity generation
Contracts for Difference: Regulations for the government's main mechanism for supporting low-carbon electricity generation
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Framework for integrated pollution control and waste management
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Controls development and land use, including siting of renewable energy projects
Infrastructure Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017: Requirements for environmental impact assessments for major infrastructure projects
Grid Code: Technical specifications and procedures for connection to and use of the National Grid
Distribution Code: Technical requirements for connection to and use of electricity distribution networks
Connection and Use of System Code: Commercial arrangements for connection to and use of the National Grid
Competition Act 1998: Legislation preventing anti-competitive behavior in energy markets
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protection for consumers in energy supply contracts and related services
Modern Slavery Act 2015: Requirements for transparency in supply chains and prevention of forced labor
Data Protection Act 2018: UK implementation of GDPR governing handling of personal data in energy services
Ofgem Regulations: Rules and guidance from the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets, the UK energy regulator
Environment Agency Requirements: Environmental permits and requirements for renewable energy installations
Health and Safety Executive Regulations: Safety requirements for construction and operation of renewable energy facilities
