The Green Claims Directive: what do UK businesses need to know?
In January 2024, members of the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favour of adopting a directive to improve product labelling. This is intended to support the forthcoming Green Claims Directive, often dubbed the anti-greenwashing legislation.
Electricity generation from low-emissions sources will make up roughly half of the world’s power...
The horizon appears promising for low emissions technology, as highlighted in the latest report from the International Energy Agency.
UK nuclear generation set to quadruple by 2050 with new energy roadmap
The UK government has announced its Powering Up Nuclear roadmap to guide nuclear’s development.
UK to introduce carbon border tax in 2027
The UK government has announced it will implement a new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) for imported goods, to support the decarbonisation drive.
COP28’s key energy takeaways
The UN COP28 conference came to a close on 13 December, marking the most-attended COP to date. Hosted in UAE by an oil chief,...
COP in crisis
By Sustainable Energy First CCO, Anthony Mayall
Just days before COP28 was due to begin, multiple news stories suggested its UAE hosts had been planning...
Climate Change Agreements: A quick guide to the new 6-year scheme
Climate Change Agreements (CCAs) have been around for over 20 years in the UK; giving energy intensive firms a chance to pay less for...
UK government allocates £4.5 billion to boost manufacturing and clean energy
The UK government has announced a significant £4.5 billion investment in strategic manufacturing sectors, with a focus on economic growth, energy security, and levelling-up initiatives.
What does the Autumn Budget mean for the UK green economy?
Today (22 November) chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the 2023 Autumn Budget. What are the implications for green energy, clean tech and businesses with net...
UK government Call For Evidence: Scope 3 emissions reporting
The UK government has put out a Call For Evidence on the costs, benefits, and practicalities of Scope 3 emissions reporting. Responses on reporting...
