Part one: An introduction to the SALEP resource suite

As well as introductory information and key recommendations, this section covers the following questions:

• Who is this suite of resources for and where does it cover?
• What does this library of resources comprise?

Part two: A guide to energy policy and planning for energy infrastructure across the UK

This section provides readers with an overview of:

• Climate and energy targets across the UK, and how they are reflected in policies across different nations.
• The electricity transmission and distribution networks across the UK.
• The consenting (planning) regimes in different UK nations for major and local energy projects.
• The different levels of energy infrastructure-related spatial and development plans in different UK nations.

Part three: A guide to consenting considerations for planners

This section provides an overview of the major siting constraints and considerations for renewable energy projects in the UK.

In addition, Part 12 reviews policy themes and technologies which are less well supported by policy and guidance in each of the nations. Part 13 then provides recommendations to the UK Government and devolved administrations on what additional guidance should be provided to ensure that local planners and decision makers have the tools they need to effectively plan for new low-carbon energy infrastructure.

Part four: Analysis and recommendations – how to integrate local energy planning and town planning across the UK

This section outlines the key opportunities and challenges in integrating energy and town planning, as well as providing recommendations on:

• How local authorities can help planners be better equipped.
• What should change at the national level.

Case studies

The site also hosts a number of case studies from various areas across the UK, including Belfast, Bristol, Denbighshire, Leicestershire, Oldham, and Perth and Kinross.