Government reveals plans for UK’s first hydrogen certification scheme
The UK government has announced plans for a new, globally-recognised certification scheme to verify the sustainability of low carbon hydrogen and build sector transparency.
Currently,...
Energy and carbon compliance in 2023: what you need to know
The compliance landscape for UK businesses, especially those over a certain size, is continually evolving. Here’s what you need to be aware of in...
The new Energy Bills Discount Scheme for businesses: what you need to know
The government has confirmed the details of a new energy discount scheme for businesses, charities and the public sector, ahead of the current Energy...
Energy planning: beyond the Energy Bill Relief Scheme
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme (EBRS), announced in September 2022, offers essential support for non-domestic energy customers. Before the scheme came in, there were...
Mini-Budget: energy efficiency and demand reduction lacking in Chancellor’s plan for growth
The new Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng delivered his first “mini-budget” today, setting out a raft of tax cuts and high borrowing that he hopes will...
The Energy Bill Relief Scheme: A guide for businesses
This post was updated on 4th October 2022 to include detailed of the maximum discount, which has been set at £345/MWh for electricity and...
Energy UK urges government to cut business energy bills through government-backed loans
A leading energy trade association has written to the Chancellor of the Exchequer, setting out proposals for cutting the cost of energy for businesses...
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme re-opens in September
Public sector bodies in England can apply for a new round of funding to install low carbon heating and energy efficiency measures.
Up to £635...
Scottish Government unlocks £15 million funding to help public sector bodies decarbonise
Scottish Government unlocks £15 million funding to help public sector bodies decarbonise
Public sector organisations in Scotland can apply for new round of grant funding...
Government publishes new guide to decarbonise public sector buildings
Government publishes new guide to decarbonise public sector buildings
The Net Zero Estate Playbook aims to give departments, the public sector, and government property professionals...