The UK government has committed to a full-scale effort to make Britain a clean energy superpower, securing domestic energy resources and working towards achieving clean power by 2030.
Speaking at the IEA Future of Energy Security summit, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of transforming energy into a source of national strength rather than vulnerability. He outlined plans to protect critical energy infrastructure and supply chains while reinforcing energy security as a national security priority.
“This government will not sit back. We will step up. We will make energy a source not of vulnerability, but of strength,” Starmer said. “We will protect our critical infrastructure, energy networks and supply chains. And do whatever it takes to protect the security of our people.”
Starmer also made it clear that the UK’s energy future cannot rely on returning to outdated systems. “We can’t deliver that by defending the status quo or trying to turn the clock back to a world that no longer exists,” he added.
The Prime Minister’s comments came as he outlined new initiatives, including the launch of the Global Clean Power Alliance, a “first-of-its-kind global initiative” aimed at diversifying and unlocking clean energy supply chains.
Sir Keir delivered the speech in front of key international figures, including European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and U.S. senior energy official Tommy Joyce, underscoring the UK’s commitment to securing its energy future while collaborating on global clean energy goals.
