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Your Local Net Zero Hub has a wide range of support, resources, data and tools to help you achieve your goals, no matter where you are in your Net Zero planning journey.

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Learn about net zero planning

Getting started with your net zero transition can be overwhelming, but we’re here to help you on the right path:

Local Area Energy Planning (LAEP) basics

Start with the basics of Local Area Energy Planning (LAEP) or explore what others have done in case studies

The Energy Toolkit

Learn about energy infrastructure, as well as considerations and opportunities, in the comprehensive Energy Toolkit PDF guide

Flexibility in your area

Understand what Flexibility opportunities might exist in your area, and how these can create potential new income streams for your local authority

Collaborations & Partnerships

Find out about our collaborations with other stakeholders delivering local authority support, ranging from community energy groups to other key utility providers

Connect with the Local Net Zero team

Our dedicated Local Net Zero team is here to support local authorities, LAEP consultants, community energy groups and more.We’re always happy to provide guidance, help and advice for your energy transition.

Contact us

Book a 30 minute meeting at your convenience, or reach the team by email if you prefer

Connect at an event

Sign up for one of our upcoming events to meet the team and connect with your peers 

Planning Tools and Data

Explore the free tools and data we provide to support your plan – whether you are in the process of implementing EV (electric vehicle) infrastructure, developing a LAEP or are looking for relevant data to inform your decision making. 

LAEP+ Planning Tool

The LAEP+ Planning Tool is a web-based net zero and decarbonisation planning tool, providing local authorities free access to credible data, spatial mapping and analysis capabilities 

ChargePoint Navigator

The ChargePoint Navigator tool can assist local councils in the efficient planning and implementation of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. It is available free of charge to all local authorities in the UK Power Networks area.  

LAEP Open Data

The LAEP Open Data page provides over 170 detailed datasets to help kick start your local decarbonisation planning, covering the electricity network, as well as other considerations such as environmental, transport, socio demographic and more.  

Share Your Plans

Collaborate with us by sharing your local authority decarbonisation plans and ambitions. This helps us determine whether adjustments to our annual forecasts and network investment are required to meet your future needs. 

Ultimately sharing your plans means we can support you while investing in the network with confidence.

Six simple ways to share

Find out about our six simple ways to share information about your plans quickly and easily, no matter what stage of planning you’re at

Book a meeting

Book a meeting with a member of the team – simply select a 30-minute slot at your convenience 

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