Policy

News focusing on energy and carbon policy for the UK and Europe. The hub covers everything from proposals for new policies and initiatives to the developments of existing policy.

A new global poll of 1.2 million respondents has given us a detailed picture of public opinion on climate change.

What people REALLY think about climate change – and what they want policymakers to...

What people REALLY think about climate change – and what they want policymakers to do about it A new global poll of 1.2 million respondents...
ESOS Phase 3: The government’s Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is now in phase 3. Here’s what you need to know.

ESOS phase 3: what you need to know

The UK government’s Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is currently in Phase 3. The compliance deadline is 5 June 2024, but the Environment Agency is delaying enforcement...
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme is set to enter operation in May 2021. Here we take a look at the new scheme, and how it will work.

The UK ETS: frequently asked questions

The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) has been running since May 2021, but this year will see some significant changes. The Hub team...
The government has been called to tackle greenwashing by considering climate labels for financial products.

Climate labels could become mandatory following Treasury review of UK finance system

Climate labels could become mandatory following Treasury review of UK finance system The results of a two-year review on how the financial system must change...
Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win government contracts

Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win big government...

Firms must commit to net zero and report on emissions to win big government contracts New measures will soon require businesses to commit to net...
The official G7 photo of world leaders at Carbis Bay, Cornwall.

G7 summit: the green pledges

The G7 summit saw leaders of the major industrial nations come together for the first time in two years to tackle the world’s biggest...

Spring Statement: business rates exemptions for low-carbon equipment and VAT relief for home retrofit

As households and businesses feel the squeeze from the cost-of-living crisis, the spotlight was firmly on the Chancellor today to ease the mounting pressure...
FCA consults on further climate-related disclosure rules

FCA consults on further climate-related disclosure rules

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched two consultations on expanding the scope of climate risk reporting rules.

The Transport Decarbonisation Plan: what you need to know

The Transport Decarbonisation Plan: what you need to know The government’s long awaited Transport Decarbonisation Plan was published this week, offering much-needed clarity on plans...
The UK government published its Hydrogen Strategy. Here’s our guide to how, why, and where it will play in decarbonising the UK economy.

The government’s hydrogen strategy – a quick guide for businesses

The government’s hydrogen strategy – a quick guide for businesses The UK government published its highly anticipated Hydrogen Strategy this week, which sets out a...

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