Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP)
Our network planning process is evolving to ensure network design and investment processes are fit for the future.
The CSNP’s four key principles:
We’re building a long-term, strategic approach through the development of a Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP). The CSNP will take a broad, whole energy system view to transforming the pace and scale of our planning.
This builds on the Pathway to 2030 Holistic Network Design and the recommendations set out in the Network Options Assessment (NOA), which were the first steps towards a more centralised, strategic network planning approach that is critical for delivering affordable, clean and secure power.
Explainer animations
Strategic Energy Planning explained
Learn how our strategic energy plans will make sure future GB energy needs are met.
Centralised Strategic Network Plan (CSNP) explained
Learn about GB's first CSNP, which will recommend options for the electricity, gas and hydrogen transmission networks needed in future.
Centralised Strategic Network Plan
CSNP methodology consultation
Consulted on the methodology for the CSNP between 30 June and 17:00 on Friday 1 August 2025.
Relevant links
CSNP publications
Find our publications and consultation information here, alongside other strategic planning publications.
Transitional Centralised Strategic Network Plan (tCSNP)
The tCSNP provides our recommendation for which network reinforcement projects should receive investment, and when.
Ofgem’s ETNPR consultation
Ofgem’s ETNPR consultation
Offshore Coordination
Offshore Coordination
How can I get involved?
Share your thoughts and feedback on our approach, as well as your priorities in the initial version of the methodology, by emailing [email protected].