The UK Infrastructure Strategy and the Future of Clean Energy

The UK’s newly unveiled 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy marks a pivotal moment for the country’s commitment to clean growth and sustainable development. Central to this bold vision is a record-breaking commitment to invest at least £725billion into economic and social infrastructure from 2025 to 2035, with an explicit focus on energy transition, the decarbonisation of industry, and regional economic opportunities.

The government’s ambition is to future-proof the nation, positioning the UK as a “clean energy superpower” while boosting jobs, local economies, and energy security.

This comprehensive strategy isn’t just about spending. It’s about making the UK the home of green technology, from sweeping investments in offshore and onshore wind to state-backed solar expansion and pioneering hydrogen projects. The formation of the new National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority (NISTA) ensures these ambitions move from planning to action, delivering infrastructure that supports clean growth targets, creates jobs, and enables innovations such as solar PV and battery storage—installations expertly handled by Atlantic Renewables.

Offshore Wind and Solar Are Driving the UK’s Renewable Revolution

The 10-Year Plan for infrastructure prioritises ambitious capacity targets for renewable energy. By 2030, the government is aiming for:

• 43-50GW of offshore wind
• 27-29GW of onshore wind
• 45-47GW of solar generation

These commitments come with public and private investment incentives designed to harness the UK’s natural assets and existing expertise. For solar specifically, this will mean a dramatic rise in rooftop and ground-mount solar installations, supporting the government’s targets for 95% of electricity to be low-carbon by the end of the decade.

If you want to participate in the UK’s clean energy transition with your own solar PV system, contact our team of expert engineers at Atlantic Renewables today for a custom solution!

What Are the Key Milestones for UK Clean Growth?

A defining feature of the new strategy is the suite of milestones set to drive the UK towards its clean growth ambitions. Some of the most significant include:

• Launch of Great British Energy: With up to £8.3billion earmarked for renewable and nuclear projects over the upcoming Spending Review period, this state-backed body will invest directly in new energy infrastructure
• Hydrogen Network Pioneering: Over £500million allocated to launch the UK’s first regional hydrogen transport and storage network, helping to decarbonise hard-to-electrify sectors
• Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (CCUS): £9.4billion for major CCUS clusters to capture industrial emissions at scale
• Grid Upgrades: Ofgem has dedicated £8.9billion to the most significant National Grid expansion since the 1960s, improving renewable integration and grid resilience

By 2030, estimates suggest clean energy investment could reach over £30billion per year, facilitating the connection of up to 126GW of clean power to the grid.

How Will the Private Sector and Atlantic Renewables Support UK Goals?

Government funding alone cannot deliver the UK’s clean growth vision. The plan explicitly acknowledges that the vast majority of capital will come from private investment, with targets calling for £200billion by 2030 and up to £700billion by 2035 for energy infrastructure. This monumental mobilisation relies on clarity, regulatory certainty, and robust public-private partnerships.

For business , housing developers, and public sector bodies looking to benefit, working with trusted, experienced renewable energy partners such as Atlantic Renewables will be critical to unlocking these opportunities. Our team stands ready to guide clients from feasibility to installation and long-term maintenance, ensuring you meet the latest technical and regulatory standards.

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Jobs Investment and the Economic Impact of Clean Growth

The UK’s green economy is no longer on the horizon—it is here and accelerating. In recent years, over 68,000 green jobs have already been created through targeted government initiatives, and private investment in clean growth has topped £22billion. By 2030, low-carbon industries are forecast to support more than 460,000 jobs, across manufacturing, engineering, installation, and R&D—making clean growth a pillar of national economic resilience.

The economic opportunity is vast, with estimates suggesting that UK low-carbon goods and services could generate between £60billion and £170billion in export sales by 2030. Atlantic Renewables continues to play a key role in this transformation, delivering scalable solar PV and battery storage solutions for homes and commercial clients around the UK.

What Does the 10-Year Strategy Mean for Solar Installations and Battery Storage?

For property owners and businesses, the Infrastructure Strategy offers both stability and opportunity. With meaningful policy support, enhanced grid connectivity, and clear targets for solar deployment, the next decade is set to be the most dynamic on record for UK-based solar PV and battery projects.

Expect:

• Faster planning and connections thanks to the Strategic Spatial Energy Plan launching in 2026
• Financial incentives and funding streams for both large-scale and decentralised renewable installations
• Greater focus on skills training and workforce development to meet booming demand for installers and maintainers

Atlantic Renewables will be at the forefront, helping clients navigate these new opportunities and helping the UK hit its solar and storage targets.

For a free site survey or to discuss your solar project, call our specialists on 0161 207 4044 or explore our range of solutions at Atlantic Renewables.

Frequently Asked Questions About the UK Clean Growth Vision

• What is the timeframe for the new infrastructure strategy? The vision covers 2025-2035, with explicit milestones for 2030 and 2035 to hit energy and decarbonisation goals.
• How does the strategy support homeowners and businesses? By increasing funding for grid upgrades, ramping up solar and battery storage programs, and creating a clearer planning environment, homeowners and businesses will find it easier and more cost-effective to go green.
• Where can I see the upcoming infrastructure pipeline? The National Infrastructure and Service Transformation Authority will publish an online pipeline later in 2025, showing key projects and investment opportunities.

The Role of Policy and Public-Private Partnership in Delivering Clean Growth

The implementation of clean infrastructure in the UK depends on close collaboration between government and industry. Through mechanisms like NISTA and revised public-private partnership structures, the strategy offers accountability and risk-sharing. This is crucial for sectors like solar PV, battery storage, and low-carbon heating, all of which are vital for climate targets.

Atlantic Renewables partners with both public and private organisations, offering our in-depth expertise and up-to-date understanding of technical, commercial, and regulatory challenges.

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Ready to be part of the UK’s clean energy revolution? At Atlantic Renewables, our team of expert engineers offers bespoke solar PV and battery storage installation and maintenance. Whether you’re a homeowner, business, or public sector body, we can help you benefit from the government’s 10-Year Infrastructure Strategy.

Contact our specialists on 0161 207 4044 or explore how you can make the most of your solar investment at Atlantic Renewables. Start your journey to lower bills and a more sustainable future!