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New protections from rogue energy brokers

New protections from rogue energy brokers

Friday, 20 September 2024

New government consultation will investigate introducing regulations for third-party services in the energy retail market?to protect consumers and bus...

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Energy UK conference 2024: keynote speech by Ed Miliband

Energy UK conference 2024: keynote speech by Ed Miliband

Monday, 16 September 2024

Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband, speaks at the Energy UK annual conference....

68th IAEA General Conference: UK national statement

68th IAEA General Conference: UK national statement

Monday, 16 September 2024

Minister for Energy Security and Net Zero, Lord Hunt, delivered the UK national statement at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) General Con...

New publicly owned National Energy System Operator to pave the way to a clean energy future

New publicly owned National Energy System Operator to pave the way to a clean energy future

Thursday, 12 September 2024

National Energy System Operator will support the UK’s energy security, help to keep bills down in the long term, and accelerate the government’s clean...

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UK and Scottish governments announce joint plan to secure industrial future of Grangemouth

UK and Scottish governments announce joint plan to secure industrial future of Grangemouth

Wednesday, 11 September 2024

The UK and Scottish governments respond to Petroineos’ decision to close Grangemouth oil refinery....

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Government secures record pipeline of clean cheap energy projects

Government secures record pipeline of clean cheap energy projects

Monday, 02 September 2024

Sixth renewables auction delivers record smashing 131 clean energy projects powering equivalent of 11 million homes....

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Certainty for oil and gas industry in light of landmark ruling

Certainty for oil and gas industry in light of landmark ruling

Thursday, 29 August 2024

Government announces plans for new environmental guidance for oil and gas firms as the North Sea transitions to its clean energy future.  ...

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First Mission Board focuses on immediate action to make Britain a clean energy superpower

First Mission Board focuses on immediate action to make Britain a clean energy superpower

Wednesday, 31 July 2024

Energy Secretary chairs first energy Mission Board to accelerate the UK's efforts towards clean power by 2030 and energy independence. ...

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Record breaking funding for clean energy in Britain

Record breaking funding for clean energy in Britain

Tuesday, 30 July 2024

Government announces budget of over £1.5 billion to deliver homegrown clean energy projects and boost UK's energy security....

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Energy Secretary convenes COP leaders past, present and future to offer UK support and leadership in responding to the climate crisis

Energy Secretary convenes COP leaders past, present and future to offer UK support and leadership in responding to the climate crisis

Thursday, 25 July 2024

The Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero met with COP leaders in London to discuss the need for greater urgency in tackling the climate...

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Chris Stark to lead Mission Control to deliver clean power by 2030

Chris Stark to lead Mission Control to deliver clean power by 2030

Tuesday, 09 July 2024

Secretary of State Ed Miliband appoints Chris Stark to head new Mission Control tasked with turbocharging UK to clean power by 2030....

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Energy Secretary Ed Miliband sets out his priorities for the department

Energy Secretary Ed Miliband sets out his priorities for the department

Monday, 08 July 2024

Message from Ed Miliband following his appointment as the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero....

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Demand for heat pumps rises following increase in applications to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Demand for heat pumps rises following increase in applications to the Boiler Upgrade Scheme

Thursday, 23 May 2024

Demand for heat pumps increases, as applications to the government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme doubles....

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Proposals to expand the UK Emissions Trading Scheme

Proposals to expand the UK Emissions Trading Scheme

Wednesday, 22 May 2024

The UK Emissions Trading Scheme Authority has published a package of consultations on expanding the UK Emissions Trading Scheme, to further limit carb...

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New nuclear power plant earmarked for North Wales

New nuclear power plant earmarked for North Wales

Tuesday, 21 May 2024

Wylfa in Anglesey is the government's preferred site for a large-scale gigawatt nuclear power plant....

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UK overachieves another carbon emissions target and rejects rollover

UK overachieves another carbon emissions target and rejects rollover

Monday, 20 May 2024

Surplus from the UK’s third carbon budget will not be carried forward – proving the UK's pragmatic approach to net zero is compatible with its climate...

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Updated approach to managing nuclear waste

Updated approach to managing nuclear waste

Wednesday, 15 May 2024

Updated approach to managing nuclear waste for quicker, safe decommissioning....

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Solar projects must fit in with food security

Solar projects must fit in with food security

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

Energy Security Secretary has told Parliament that with growing geopolitical tension, the best agricultural land must be protected for food security....

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£557 million for public buildings to switch to cleaner heating and save on energy bills

£557 million for public buildings to switch to cleaner heating and save on energy bills

Tuesday, 14 May 2024

Schools, pools, and hospitals will be supported to make energy efficient upgrades, and businesses with high energy use will receive funding to help cu...

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UK first in Europe to invest in next generation of nuclear fuel

UK first in Europe to invest in next generation of nuclear fuel

Tuesday, 07 May 2024

£196 million for high-tech nuclear fuel facility and new measures for fusion energy....

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New plans to drive carbon capture industry forward

New plans to drive carbon capture industry forward

Tuesday, 07 May 2024

A call for evidence launched today to explore new ways to transport captured CO2 that would enable more UK industries to adopt carbon capture technolo...

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Dr Paul Golby confirmed as new energy system operator chair

Dr Paul Golby confirmed as new energy system operator chair

Friday, 03 May 2024

Energy Security Secretary Claire Coutinho has appointed Dr Golby as the National Energy System Operator's (NESO) inaugural chair...

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Step closer to protecting over 500,000 heat network customers

Step closer to protecting over 500,000 heat network customers

Tuesday, 30 April 2024

Heat network customers to get better protections over energy bills....

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Innovation Zero 2024   sustainability conference

Innovation Zero 2024 sustainability conference

Tuesday, 30 April 2024

Energy Security Secretary Claire Coutinho delivered a speech at the Innovation Zero conference in London....

Net Zero Council marks year of success and calls for year of action

Net Zero Council marks year of success and calls for year of action

Sunday, 28 April 2024

Net Zero Council celebrates its first anniversary with commitment to continue driving decarbonisation across sectors....

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New protections to enable consumers to benefit from cheaper energy deals

New protections to enable consumers to benefit from cheaper energy deals

Monday, 15 April 2024

New proposals to give consumers confidence to take up smart devices....

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British businesses supported to settle energy disputes

British businesses supported to settle energy disputes

Wednesday, 03 April 2024

Energy Ombudsman expanded to offer free support for small businesses and organisations over energy contract disputes. ...

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UK half way to net zero

UK half way to net zero

Thursday, 28 March 2024

Provisional data shows UK territorial greenhouse gas emissions fell further across several key sectors between 2022 and 2023....

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Heat pumps explained: experts answer your questions

Heat pumps explained: experts answer your questions

Thursday, 28 March 2024

A lot of homeowners have questions about heat pumps and the technology involved. Industry experts answer some of the most common questions here....

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Heat pumps in demand as grant applications soar by 75%

Heat pumps in demand as grant applications soar by 75%

Thursday, 28 March 2024

New figures show applications to the government's heat pump grant rose by 75% in February compared to the same month in 2023....

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