The UK's ambitious goal to become a Clean Energy Superpower by 2030 requires a major transformation of our energy system. This shift involves moving from centralised fossil fuel power stations to thousands of distributed clean energy sources across the country. The transition will touch every community, bringing new infrastructure, technologies, and challenges. Local authorities play a crucial role in shaping community energy systems.

They need support to develop Local Area Energy Plans (LAEPs), mapping energy demands, identifying supply opportunities, and pinpointing decarbonisation challenges. Fairness and community engagement are vital, as some areas will shoulder more infrastructure burden than others. The government and energy companies should collaborate on benefit plans for communities taking on extra responsibilities. Achieving Clean Energy Superpower status by 2030 demands strong local-national partnerships, with local leaders ready to support this critical goal.