Ofgem’s draft proposals for the RIIO-2 were met with a very mixed response when the regulator published them yesterday.
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Sharma: Energy white paper to 'hopefully' be published in autumn
Energy secretary Alok Sharma has said the energy white paper will “hopefully” be published this autumn.
61GW renewables and storage pipeline could bring in £125bn to economy
The UK currently has a pipeline of 61GW of renewables and storage that if developed could bring in £125 billion to the UK economy.
Ofgem unveils £25bn investment but networks label new proposals ‘deeply concerning’
Ofgem has unveiled a £25 billion investment programme, to upgrade Great Britain’s energy networks over the next five years.
More ambitious policy is needed ‘and fast’ for the UK to hit net zero
Nine out of ten energy professionals say the UK is currently off-track to reach net zero by 2050.
'Maximised' CfDs could create 12,000 jobs and £20bn investment
The Contracts for Difference (CfD) auctions could bring in 12,000 new jobs and over £20 billion of investment, according to RenewableUK.
Pinchbeck steps into role as Energy UK CEO
Emma Pinchbeck has today (6 July) taken up her new role of CEO of Energy UK.
REA issues key policy advice to government for green recovery
The Renewable Energy Association (REA) has issued advice to the government on the key policies needed for a green recovery.
Government urged to make £5 billion local energy pledge
The government has been urged to create a Net Zero Development Bank and pledge £5 billion towards local energy projects.