Social value to be rewarded under proposed CfD reform
The UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) is looking to reform its Contracts for Difference (CfD) scheme, which offers a guaranteed...
The new role of Small Modular Reactors in the UK’s energy mix
On ‘Green Day’, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the first competition for small modular reactors (SMRs). He claims these smaller components of nuclear energy could...
Report: 97% of UK firms failing to align to net zero ‘gold standard’
New research reveals that less than 3% of large UK firms have published plans that meet the government’s ‘gold standard’ for a credible net...
Two-year extension to the current Climate Change Agreement (CCA) scheme
The Climate Change Agreement (CCA) is set to extend two years until 2027, Jeremy Hunt announced in the Spring Budget. This means that qualifying...
Can nuclear power ever be truly green?
In March’s Spring Budget the Chancellor announced that nuclear power will be classified as “environmentally sustainable” in UK’s green taxonomy, “giving it access to...
“Green Day” policy roundup: what are the key announcements?
The government chose 30 March as the day to simultaneously issue dozens of documents on energy and climate change. These include policy documents, consultation...
Making credible green claims: the three golden rules
We recently explained why claiming “carbon neutral” status for your products could undermine your credibility. But if your business is taking steps to cut...
New EU anti-greenwashing legislation: a guide for UK business
The EU is clamping down on greenwashing – and it could have major implications for any organisation making voluntary green claims.
Proposals for a “Green...
Industry voice: 3 policy changes manufacturers need to navigate the energy trilemma
In a guest post, Robert Fell, chief executive of the Metal Packaging Manufacturers’ Association (MPMA) shares his view on what industry needs from government...
Why your business should be cautious about “carbon neutral” product claims
The eco-conscious consumer might feel spoiled for choice. A huge variety of products – everything from running shoes to gin – are being sold...
