GB Energy boss says clean power must ‘show benefit’ to local groups

Labour has warned of a massive rollout of new pylons and wind farms to meet power demands over the coming years (Gareth Fuller/PA) - (PA Wire)

The boss of Great British Energy has said new clean power projects must “show benefit” to local groups, as ministers accelerate the UK’s switch to net zero.

Jurgen Maier, chairman of the newly established public body, said policymakers must “take communities with us” during the green energy transition.