UK government relaunches Net Zero Council to support green transition
The government has relaunched the Net Zero Council, a cohort of business, finance, and civil society leaders providing strategic advice to accelerate UK decarbonisation.
The...
One month to go: ESOS Action Plan deadline reminder
If your organisation is in scope of the Energy Saving Opportunities Scheme (ESOS), you have until 5th March 2025 to submit your Action Plan...
UK Government eases offshore wind rules targeting £30bn investment
The UK government has introduced new measures to accelerate offshore wind development while maintaining environmental protections. The changes aim to unlock up to £30bn...
UK Government launches Steel Council to secure industry’s low-carbon future
The UK Government has unveiled a new Steel Council, aiming to secure the future of the steel sector while aligning with the nation’s net-zero...
Have your say on changes to EPCs and DECs
The government has launched a consultation on reforming the regime that measures the energy performance of buildings in England and Wales.
It is proposing changes...
The UK ETS: frequently asked questions
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme has been running since May 2021 and is set to expand into more sectors from next year. The Hub...
Market-Wide Half-Hourly Settlement: Ofgem approves timeline changes
Ofgem has approved the Market-wide Half Hourly Settlement (MHHS) Programme Change Request CR055, introducing a 6.5-month delay to key milestones. This change aims to...
New coal mining licenses to end as UK government prioritises clean energy
The UK government has announced plans to restrict the licensing of new coal mines, committing to bringing in legislation which will prohibit new coal...
Environment Agency confirms enforcement approach for ESOS Action Plans
The Environment Agency (EA) has set out the government’s enforcement position for firms in scope of ESOS who fail to submit an Action Plan.
Action...
Ofgem unveils reforms to accelerate grid connections, tackle “phantom” projects
Last week, Ofgem announced a comprehensive plan to expedite grid connections. It will challenge network operators to connect renewable and storage projects faster. These...
