Electricity Act 1989: Primary legislation governing the electricity sector in England and Wales, establishing the licensing regime and regulatory framework
Energy Act 2004: Key legislation establishing renewable energy frameworks and offshore installation regulations
Energy Act 2008: Framework for renewable energy systems and feed-in tariffs
Energy Act 2013: Updates to energy market reform and decarbonization targets
Climate Change Act 2008: Sets legally binding carbon reduction targets and framework for climate change adaptation
Renewables Obligation Order 2015: Main support mechanism for large-scale renewable electricity projects in the UK
Feed-in Tariffs Order 2012: Regulatory framework for small-scale renewable and low-carbon electricity generation
Contracts for Difference Regulations: Framework for long-term contracts to support low-carbon electricity generation
Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) Scheme: Regulations requiring electricity suppliers to pay small-scale generators for exported electricity
Town and Country Planning Act 1990: Primary legislation governing land development and planning permission requirements
Planning and Energy Act 2008: Allows local planning authorities to set renewable energy requirements for new developments
Building Regulations 2010: Standards for building work including energy efficiency and electrical installations
Environmental Protection Act 1990: Framework for environmental protection and waste management
Environmental Permitting Regulations 2016: Regulations governing environmental permits and operations
Grid Code: Technical specifications for connection to and use of the National Electricity Transmission System
Distribution Code: Technical requirements for connection to electricity distribution networks
Connection and Use of System Code (CUSC): Framework agreement for connection to and use of the National Electricity Transmission System
English Common Law Contract Principles: Fundamental principles governing contract formation, interpretation, and enforcement
Sale of Goods Act 1979: Legislation governing contracts for the sale of goods
Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Legislation restricting how businesses can exclude or limit their liability
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Protection for consumers in contracts for goods and services
Health and Safety at Work Act 1974: Primary legislation for workplace health and safety requirements
Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations 2002: Standards for safety and quality in electricity supply and installations
Ofgem Guidelines: Regulatory requirements and guidance from the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets
EU Retained Law: European Union laws retained in UK legislation post-Brexit affecting energy markets and renewable generation
