Ofgem Approves New Subsea Power Links to Boost UK Energy Security

The regulator's decision supports Britain's transition to a net exporter of green electricity by the 2030s through enhanced interconnectivity.

Ofgem has approved five new subsea interconnector projects linking Great Britain with Ireland, Germany, the Netherlands, and Belgium.
The projects will increase Britain's interconnector capacity from 11.7 GW to 18 GW by 2032, enabling the export of surplus clean energy.
These interconnectors will support the UK's shift to a renewable energy system, reducing reliance on volatile gas markets.
The approved projects will add an estimated £2 to £5 annually to consumer electricity bills in Great Britain from 2030 to 2035.
The initiatives are part of the UK's broader strategy to leverage offshore wind farms and become a leader in green energy exports.