Open consultation

Building the North Sea鈥檚 energy future

Summary

We are seeking views on delivering the government鈥檚 commitment to support a prosperous and managed North Sea transition.

This consultation closes at

Consultation description

This government strives to drive the development of an internationally-leading offshore clean energy industry, which ensures good, long-term jobs, growth and investment in communities across the North Sea 鈥� boosting the country鈥檚 economy and energy security. This consultation is a critical step in developing the framework to support that ambition.

Responses to the consultation will support the delivery of the government鈥檚 commitment not to issue new licences to explore new fields, whilst not revoking existing licences and partnering with business and workers to manage our existing fields for the entirety of their lifespan.

This consultation is aimed at the following groups:

  • Oil and Gas Upstream Producer (offshore)
  • Oil and Gas Upstream Producer (onshore)
  • Oil and Gas Mid or Downstream Sector
  • Oil and Gas Supply Chain
  • Renewable Energy Producer
  • Renewable Energy Supply Chain
  • Energy Trader
  • Energy Supplier
  • Carbon Capture and Storage Sector
  • Trade Union
  • Trade Body or Association
  • Provider of Finance
  • Environmental Group
  • Local community groups and/or representatives
  • Academic
  • Education and Skills
  • Accountant / Tax Adviser
  • Individual
  • Other North Sea Stakeholders

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Published 5 March 2025

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