Energy Systems Catapult – Making the energy transition fair and inclusive
This report looks at how the UK can make the net zero transition fairer by improving “energy access”, meaning everyone’s ability to reliably afford and use essential energy services. It shows that the current system already leaves many households behind and that the transition could widen these gaps unless policy and markets adapt.
it sets out a more people‑centred approach and explains how better data, smarter service design and stronger local partnerships can help deliver more inclusive, lower‑cost solutions. The paper draws on evidence about poor health outcomes, fuel poverty and the limits of existing support,
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