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Neso Proposes Wind Farm Payment Reforms Amid Rising Costs

2/12/2026

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National Energy System Operator (Neso) proposes reforms to curb wind farm payments for switching off during grid congestion.
The practice could raise balancing costs to £8 billion annually by 2030.
RenewableUK represents wind farm owners and says the issue affects all power generation types, calling for government collaboration to boost flexibility.
The Department for Energy Security aims to upgrade the electricity network to reduce constraint costs.

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National Energy System Operator (Neso) proposes reforms to curb wind farm payments for switching off during grid congestion.
The practice could raise balancing costs to £8 billion annually by 2030.
RenewableUK represents wind farm owners and says the issue affects all power generation types, calling for government collaboration to boost flexibility.
The Department for Energy Security aims to upgrade the electricity network to reduce constraint costs.