EII

The UK government is moving from compensation to exemption for businesses categorised as Energy Intensive Industries (EII).

Exemptions are in place for eligible businesses for the indirect costs arising from the Renewable Obligation (RO) and Contracts for Difference (CfD).

Stay briefed on the EII exemption scheme with the latest news, information, analysis, and answers to your frequently asked questions.

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Understanding the Compensation for the Indirect Cost of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme

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Also known as the EII Compensation Scheme, the Compensation for the Indirect Cost of the UK Emissions Trading Scheme helps energy intensive UK businesses...
Are you an ETII? You could qualify for energy bill support

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In April 2023, the UK government replaced the Energy Bill Relief Scheme with the less generous Energy Bill Discount Scheme (EBDS). Organisations classed as...

Report: UK intensive industry must install 200GW of low carbon energy in next 12...

The UK's goal to reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 requires a significant transition towards a zero-carbon power grid and the electrification of heavy...
A quick guide to energy bill support for Energy and Trade Intensive Industries (ETIIs)

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The government has opened applications for increased Energy and Trade Intensive Industries (ETII) support under the Energy Bill Discount Scheme. It’s important to note...

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