Phase 2 Tranche C Draft Determination: Liverpool Bay CCS Ltd

Publication type:
Consultation
Publication date:
Closing date:
15 June 2026
Status:
Open
Topic:
Carbon capture and storage

Our proposed decision on Liverpool Bay CCS Limited’s application for a Change in Scope Re-opener.

Consultation description

Ofgem is seeking views on our minded to position on the proposed modifications within Liverpool Bay CCS’s Phase 2 Tranche C Change in Scope Submission, primarily regarding the costs associated with the ongoing Runcorn TCPA Application and the Licensee’s participation in the Cubico Frodsham Solar Project Development Consent Order (the ‘Cubico DCO’) examination.

This submission follows the deprioritisation of Viridor in accordance with Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s (‘DESNZ’) Track-1 Expansion announcement:

HyNet expansion: project negotiation list | GOV.UK

Who should respond

We welcome responses from both Licensees, current and future network users, and anyone else interested in the topic, including members of the public.

How to respond

Submit your responses by 15 June 2026 by emailing ccus@ofgem.gov.uk, or via post to Saqib Wani, Office of Gas and Electricity Markets, 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU.