The government is seeking views on replacing traded Renewables Obligation certificates with a fixed-price system for existing supported renewable generators.
The consultation, published on 3rd November 2026, covers the schemes in England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It examines certificate pricing, payments to generators, supplier levies and arrangements for the transition.
What could change
The proposals concern the administration of existing renewable electricity support. They do not announce a new generation project or guarantee lower bills.
The consultation document says implementation would be no earlier than April 2028. That is an earliest possible date, rather than a confirmed start.
Why this matters
Organisations with supported renewable assets, electricity suppliers and public bodies considering energy partnerships can use the consultation to assess potential changes to income and contractual arrangements.
Next steps
The official response portal gives a closing date of 12th January 2027, matching the document's consultation-details section. Its cover carries an inconsistent 2026 date. Readers should use the current official portal when preparing a response.
Primary source: Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, 3rd November 2026.