RSPB supports the principles set out. Renewable energy provision in Greater Cambridge will provide an important contribution towards net carbon neutral targets. However, as with all infrastructure development, it can, and does have negative impacts on biodiversity if located in the wrong place or implemented insensitively to the environment present (eg: presence of priority spp populations and/or priority habitats). Therefore, we also support the provision of biodiversity impact criteria specific to renewable projects. As we mentioned in our previous consultation response, RSPB’s report Energy Futures has mapped how the UK can meet very high renewable energy provision whilst safeguarding nature and we would be pleased to discuss with the Greater Cambridge Councils how our Energy Vision peer-reviewed mapping methodology could be used to help identify suitable sites for renewable and low carbon energy.