A new analysis by LCP Delta emphasizes the challenges the UK faces in achieving its clean power goals by 2030 and moving towards full net-zero status by 2050. The study highlights the need for a remarkable increase in low carbon technologies and Contracts for Difference budgets to bridge the capacity gap and meet growing energy demands. Barriers such as slow energy technology build rates, insufficient CfD budgets, transmission network upgrades, and planning delays require urgent attention to boost investor confidence. To overcome these obstacles, the UK Government must expedite key policy decisions and market reforms to provide clarity and reduce uncertainty for investors. Long-term strategies like a rapid rollout of energy schemes and clear objectives for programs are crucial for achieving clean power targets. Sam Hollister from LCP Delta stresses the importance of a collaborative effort to deploy low-cost renewable technologies effectively and develop a system capable of accommodating rising energy demand beyond 2030. Hollister also underscores the necessity of incorporating technologies such as carbon capture, storage, and hydrogen in power generation to support a renewables-focused energy system. The timeline for achieving necessary low carbon builds is tight, necessitating a comprehensive approach to developing all technologies simultaneously. The analysis concludes that while renewables play a vital role, complementary solutions like long-duration energy storage, gas carbon capture, and hydrogen power generation are essential for a sustainable energy framework. Addressing infrastructure challenges, particularly expanding capacity on local networks and enhancing the transmission network for efficient energy transfer across regions, is highlighted as a critical step to advance the UK's energy transition.