Energy Efficiency Taskforce disbanded after just 4 months
As the UK grapples with soaring energy prices and the looming winter season, the government has decided to disband its Energy Efficiency Taskforce, a...
Net zero rollback: Rishi Sunak U-turns on EV and heat pump transition dates
In an announcement yesterday evening (21 September), Rishi Sunak pushed back key energy transition dates, including those for electric vehicles (EVs) and heat pumps....
Who is Claire Coutinho, the new energy secretary?
Last week’s mini cabinet reshuffle saw Grant Shapps leave the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) to become Defence Secretary. His replacement...
Investors managing £1.5trn in assets urge Rishi Sunak for clear net zero policy
A group of major investors, overseeing £1.5 trillion in assets, has called upon Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to provide clear, long-term policies for the...
Funding finalists selected for next stage of government green hydrogen projects
The UK government has published its shortlist of 17 green hydrogen projects still in the running to receive revenue support from the Hydrogen Business...
Swimming Pool Support Fund: What’s covered in Phase II?
Phase II of the Swimming Pool Support Fund will open 4th September. More information has been released on what’s being funded and what applications should include. Below, we’ve outlined everything you need to know.
Swimming Pool Support Fund: What you need to know
The Spring Budget announced £60 million for the Swimming Pool Support Fund, with Phase I applications now open to eligible local authorities throughout England....
Future Energy Scenarios: ‘Radical overhaul is required’ on UK net zero journey
The UK could reach its net zero goals by 2046, according to the 2023 Future Energy Scenarios (FES). Released on Monday 10 July, FES...
Record high of UK electricity is generated by renewables, says Energy Trends Report
Almost half of the UK’s electricity generation is now derived from renewables, a new report from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero...
UK ETS clamps down on heavy industry emissions
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme Authority has announced a new series of package reforms that will limit emissions for the power sector, energy intensive...
