Hub analysis: Can the government really justify Cumbria’s coal mining green light?
Friends of the Earth has confirmed it will legally challenge the UK government’s decision to grant permission for a new deep coal mine near...
What does the BEIS break up mean for the UK’s low carbon transition?
BEIS is gone, long live The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. The BBC reports that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has appointed Grant...
What does the government’s Net Zero Review mean for businesses?
How can the UK deliver its net zero targets in a way that is affordable, efficient, and pro-business? That was the question at the...
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...
What’s in the UK’s COP27 package of climate support?
As Rishi Sunak addressed delegates on the opening day of COP27, his message was clear: “Central to all our efforts is honouring our promises...
Business reasons to engage with net zero
Despite the growing awareness of net zero, many UK businesses have not yet got to grips with it. An August 2022 survey of decision-makers...
What are the seven different greenhouse gases?
How can an asthma inhaler have the same global warming impact as driving 175 miles? How can two cans of whipped cream be as...
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...
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...
COP27: A business briefing
As most businesses will know, COP27 will take place from 7-18 November 2022 in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt. It's the world's top climate conference, but...
