UK ETS maritime expansion: What businesses need to know
As of 1 July, the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) has expanded to include the maritime sector, bringing new compliance obligations to...
What does the latest CCC report mean for business?
The Climate Change Committee (CCC) has just published its annual progress report for 2026, assessing the UK's progress towards net zero and setting...
What would Burnham as PM do for energy?
Andy Burnham has confirmed he will be running to replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Prime Minister. If he’s successful, what can...
Renewable levies and current exemptions: a guide for EIIs
In this quick guide, we’ve broken down the EII Renewables Levy Extension scheme: who it’s for, who qualifies, applications, and the future of the levy itself.
Government adopts Carbon Budget target to achieve 87% emissions cut by 2040
Following the Climate Change Committee’s (CCC) recommendations on the Seventh Carbon Budget, the UK government has proposed a legally binding carbon reduction target...
CCC warns UK is “ill-prepared” for rising climate risks
The UK faces growing disruption from heatwaves, flooding and drought, according to a major new report from the Climate Change Committee (CCC), which...
King’s Speech 2026 confirms plans for energy independence, nuclear and grid reform
The King’s Speech has set out the UK government’s legislative priorities for the year ahead, with energy security, electrification and infrastructure reform placed...
EU launches consultation on revised Sustainability Reporting Standards under CSRD overhaul
The European Commission has published draft revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS) alongside a new voluntary sustainability reporting standard for smaller companies, marking...
Breaking the gas grip: UK moves to stabilise energy bills and accelerate clean power
After years of volatility driven by global fossil fuel markets, the UK government has taken a decisive step to loosen the link between gas...
UK launches plan for making “limitless” fusion energy a reality
The UK government has set out how it intends to spend £2.5 billion on nuclear fusion, offering the clearest picture yet of its...
