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At the Hub we aim to provide organisations with independent advice, news and information on UK energy efficiency and carbon reporting legislation. Stay up to date with SECR, ESOS and other mandatory compliance schemes here.

NESO pauses grid applications ahead of 2025 reforms

The National Energy System Operator (NESO) has announced plans to pause most new grid connection applications across Great Britain. The pause, starting 29 January...
UK Energy Compliance

2025: Your energy and carbon compliance look ahead

The new year will bring some changes in energy and climate regulations for UK businesses. Below is a quick overview to help you stay...
Have your say on changes to EPCs and DECs

Have your say on changes to EPCs and DECs

The government has launched a consultation on reforming the regime that measures the energy performance of buildings in England and Wales. It is proposing changes...
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme is set to enter operation in May 2021. Here we take a look at the new scheme, and how it will work.

The UK ETS: frequently asked questions

The UK Emissions Trading Scheme has been running since May 2021 and is set to expand into more sectors from next year. The Hub...

Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement: Ofgem approves timeline changes

Ofgem has approved the Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme Change Request CR055, introducing a 6.5-month delay to key milestones. This change aims to...

Government consults on including shipping in UK ETS

The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) Authority is consulting on proposals to expand the scheme to the maritime sector, as well as recognising non-pipeline...
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UK government sets six principles for voluntary carbon and nature market integrity

The UK government has outlined six principles which aim to improve the integrity of voluntary carbon and nature markets (VCNM). These principles address concerns about the...
ESG Reporting

Understanding double materiality vs. single materiality in ESG reporting

Materiality assessments are formal processes to help businesses identify Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities, risks, and opportunities. Now, they have found a permanent...
ESOS Phase 3: The government’s Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is now in phase 3. Here’s what you need to know.

ESOS phase 3: what you need to know

We’ve put together the most frequently asked questions on ESOS, to help you meet compliance. What is ESOS? The Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is a...
Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

Business insider: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

Since 5 January 2023, large and listed companies in the EU have been required to align with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The directive updates...

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