EAC slams government for 'simply abandoning' Green Homes Grant
The Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) has warned that "actions speak louder than words" following the early closure of the Green Homes Grant.
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Green jobs could replace those lost due to COVID-19 in two years claims report
Investment in green jobs could allow them to replace all those lost due to the COVID-19 pandemic in two years, according to research from Green New Deal UK.
Ofgem gives green light to half-hourly settlement in retail electricity market
Ofgem has given the green light to rolling out half-hourly settlement across the retail electricity market in Britain.
Government warned not to 'over-regulate' EV transition or risk stifling innovation
Whilst a mix of government and private funding is required to fuel transport decarbonisation, policymakers should be careful not to over-regulate.
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UK government commits to 78% emissions reduction by 2035
The UK has now set in law the Climate Change Committee’s recommendation of a 78% emissions reduction by 2035.
Green Alliance: UK will 'struggle' to meet 2050 net zero without ramping up of policy
Green Alliance’s latest net zero policy tracker shows the UK “risks complacency” as it finds emissions will be nearly 40% higher in 2030 than needed to hit decarbonisation targets.
Energy UK details 'clear opposition' for mandating use of smart meters for smart EV charging
Mandating the Smart Data Communications Company (DCC) as the enduring solution for smart charging is “not the way to go” according to a new Energy UK report.
EVA England calls for government-mandated roaming as survey reveals charger shortcomings
Roaming and standardised payments are still falling behind public expectations, with the Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England calling on the government to mandate change.
Electricity North West pledges £2bn investment during RIIO-ED2
Electricity North West (ENW) is planning to invest £1.97 billion during RIIO-ED2, a 44% increase on the current price control period.