Renewable energy - planning's role in delivering renewable energy in the new low carbon economy
Practice Advice
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Series
Practice Advice
Abstract
Provides guidance and advice for planners on how proactive planning can contribute to the delivery of renewable energy projects. Discusses the policy context and looks at energy infrastructure, collaboration, community engagement, leadership, strategic vision, innovation, funding and future considerations for lowering emissions via renewable energy production. Illustrated with case studies from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.
History
Dated May 2018.
Subjects
- Planning and development
- Environmental impact assessment
- Environmental planning/land
- Land use planning
Publisher History
The Royal Town Planning Institute produces publications on a wide range of topics related to planning, providing good practice advice, outline key RTPI policy positions and research reports.
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