Adoption of a policy on community benefit from, and shared ownership of, future commercial renewable energy development in the County.
Agree the establishment of the necessary governance and operational structures required to implement the policy.
Agree to review the policy one year from the date of implementation.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: - Affects more than 1 division;
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/08/2026
Decision due: 20 Oct 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Environment and Economy
Lead director: Director of Economy & Place
Contact: Mark Saunders, Energy Systems and Investment Manager Email: Mark.Saunders@Oxfordshire.gov.uk.
Consultation process
Soft market testing of policy in February 2026 with community energy groups, local authorities and developers. Public consultation on the proposed policy held from 12 May to 15 June on Let's Talk Oxfordshire.
Consultees
Public consultation. Key responders: general public, developers/land owners, community energy groups, local authorities/parish and town councils.
Plan Reference: 26/165
Reason No Public Access: None