Planning decisions on renewable energy proposals- notable trends and interesting outcomes

Our members Michael Bedford KC and Jemima Lovatt will be hosting a webinar exploring recent decisions in the renewable energy sector under both the Planning Act 2008 and the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 regimes to identify key themes in dealing successfully with critical issues, including:

• Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG);
• Habitats Regulations Assessments (HRA);
• Protected Landscapes;
• Carbon impact, including Scope 3 emissions;
• Water resources;
• Community benefits;
• Cumulative impacts.

Designed for professionals operating in the renewable energy sector, including planning lawyers, planning consultants, local authority planning officers, and renewable energy promoters, this is a great opportunity to learn more about planning decisions and their impact on renewable energy development.

This webinar forms part of Cornerstone Climate Month 2026, whereby we will be hosting a series of informative sessions and training webinars exploring the impact of legislation and policy on climate change, and how climate change is influencing decisions across all practice areas.

Join us also for our annual Planning Day 2026, where we will focus on renewable energy infrastructure, explore key aspects of development mitigation and discuss important topics related to sustainable planning.