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UK to introduce carbon border tax in 2027

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.
Climate Change Agreements: A guide for UK business

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...
The EII Renewables Levy Exemption Scheme: A quick guide

The EII Renewables Levy Exemption Scheme: A quick guide

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.
Carbon border tax

EU carbon border tax: What does it mean for UK exporters?

If you are an energy intensive organisation and would like to know more about CBAM, get in touch with our experts at Sustainable Energy First for a no-obligations chat.
Can the UK’s Solar Taskforce create a rooftop revolution?

Can the UK’s Solar Taskforce create a rooftop revolution?

In spring 2023 the government established a Solar Taskforce designed to boost the UK’s solar capacity. What is it doing and what are the possible implications for business?

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...

Business insider: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive

As of 5 January 2023, large and listed companies in the EU must align with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The new directive...
Spring Budget: the energy, carbon, and green economy lowdown

Spring Budget: the energy, carbon, and green economy lowdown

Today (15 March) Jeremy Hunt announced the Spring Budget. New funding for energy efficiency and support for swimming pools broke the surface, as well...
EU Anti-Greenwashing Laws For UK Businesses Abroad

EU anti-greenwashing legislation is coming; but are UK businesses operating in Europe up to...

Globally, the trend towards anti-greenwashing is hastening. For UK business as a whole, this has to be a good thing. After all, greenwashing by...
New carbon reporting mandate for large NHS suppliers

New mandate: Large NHS suppliers must publish a Carbon Reduction Plan

Starting from April this year, NHS suppliers will be required to publish a Carbon Reduction Plan (CRP) if their anticipated contract value is above...

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