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Articles tagged with: energy supply
Net zero needs nuclear, the nation needs nuclear Partner content
Economy
By Nuclear Industry Association
Net zero needs nuclear, the nation needs nuclear
Ahead of Labour Connected next week, Tom Greatrex from the NIA explains how nuclear can help meet the climate goals, and sustain long term jobs.
Investing in the electricity network must be the backbone of a green 'build back better' Partner content
Economy
By SSE
Investing in the electricity network must be the backbone of a green 'build back better'
It’s absolutely right that Ofgem protects billpayers, but the cost of delaying critical investments will cause us to pay a much heavier price in years to come. 
Investment in nuclear and other low carbon infrastructure is essential for a green recovery Partner content
Coronavirus
By EDF
Investment in nuclear and other low carbon infrastructure is essential for a green recovery
As we emerge from the current ordeal, the UK needs the same focus and resourcefulness to tackle two other serious challenges: rebuilding the economy and climate change.
What does this summer tell us about the role for nuclear in the UK’s future energy mix? Partner content
Energy
By EDF
What does this summer tell us about the role for nuclear in the UK’s future energy mix?
EDF says low wind conditions this summer demonstrate the need for nuclear as part of the future energy mix.
Partner content
Coronavirus
By Cadent
The Government must ensure the UK isn’t left behind in developing a hydrogen economy
Whilse the international attention hydrogen is receiving is positive news for the global journey to Net Zero, it also demonstrates that immediate action is required from UK government if we are not to be left behind in this newly developing hydrogen economy.
A Green Recovery can deliver for the economy, society and our planet Partner content
Coronavirus
By Energy UK
A Green Recovery can deliver for the economy, society and our planet
The £3bn for energy efficiency is welcome but we must go further and move faster, in line with advice from scientists like the Committee on Climate Change.
How the Covid-19 crisis has offered a glimpse into the future of energy Partner content
Coronavirus
By Smart Energy GB
How the Covid-19 crisis has offered a glimpse into the future of energy
The Covid-19 crisis has given us a partial window into the high renewable energy future, but the truly green and cheap energy revolution, with smart meters at its heart, is just beginning.
Government’s green heating plans out of touch with ‘ordinary’ people Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
Government’s green heating plans out of touch with ‘ordinary’ people
If the Government’s current green heating plans go ahead, it’s likely that progress on heat decarbonisation will continue to stall, especially for off gas grid homes.
Coronavirus
By SSE
More is needed in the National Infrastructure Strategy and the Autumn Budget to build a long-lasting green recovery
Funding for green homes and energy efficiency is a welcome boost but more action will be needed in the National Infrastructure Strategy and the Autumn Budget to build a long-lasting green recovery.
Coronavirus
By OFTEC
OFTEC comments on Committee on Climate Change (CCC) annual report to Parliament
OFTEC chief executive Paul Rose says:
Coronavirus
By Cadent
As we start to return to our workplans, we need a new focus on Net Zero
The UK has the potential to become a world-leader in this technology, bringing jobs and investment and spearheading the green recovery from Covid-19.
The energy sector can power a sustainable, green recovery. Here’s how Partner content
Coronavirus
By Energy UK
The energy sector can power a sustainable, green recovery. Here’s how
Big ambitious infrastructure programmes to upgrade our housing, decarbonise transport and create a modern flexible energy system, along with the development of industrial clusters based around new low carbon technologies, will provide exactly the scale of economic stimulus we need.
Coronavirus
By Calor Gas
Improving the energy efficiency of existing homes is key to eradicating fuel poverty and decarbonising heat from households
A quick win would be to tweak the EPC calculation so it is fair for the countryside, especially as raising the EPC may in future be legally required before selling or renting a property.
Coronavirus
By Cadent
We will need a mix of technologies and locality-specific solutions to decarbonise our heating system
Cadent have responded to Wera Hobhouse MP.
Policy to decarbonise home heating must be fairer in wake of Covid-19 crisis, says OFTEC
Coronavirus
By OFTEC
Policy to decarbonise home heating must be fairer in wake of Covid-19 crisis, says OFTEC
As the UK begins to emerge from the Covid-19 crisis, government must not waste the opportunity to ensure future heat policy is greener and fairer, says OFTEC.
Coronavirus
By SSE
Greenprint for a cleaner, resilient economy
The UK Government should greenlight billions of pounds of private investment in low carbon infrastructure to help the economy rebound from coronavirus, says energy firm SSE.
The UK must build an economy that is cleaner and more resilient Partner content
Coronavirus
By SSE
The UK must build an economy that is cleaner and more resilient
Although not as immediately felt as those from coronavirus, the impacts from a failure to deal with climate change could be even greater.
Energy
By EDF
Hinkley Point C smashes target for spending in the South-West
The Hinkley Point C power station project has smashed its target of spending £1.5 billion with businesses in the South West, five years ahead of schedule. New figures released in the project’s latest Socio-Economic impact report show that £1.7 billion has now been spent with more than 1,100 companies across the region.
The hydrogen economy can help ensure a green and resilient economic recovery Partner content
Coronavirus
By Cadent
The hydrogen economy can help ensure a green and resilient economic recovery
PoliticsHome recently spoke to Dr Angie Needle, Director of Strategy at Cadent Gas, to learn more about their strategy for the transition to net zero and how this can contribute to a green and resilient economic recovery.
Powering homes in a pandemic Partner content
Coronavirus
By EDF
Powering homes in a pandemic
EDF stands ready to support its customers as it navigates the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
Reducing UK emissions remains an emergency despite current crisis Partner content
Environment
By OFTEC
Reducing UK emissions remains an emergency despite current crisis
Now more than ever, UK decarbonisation strategy must be cost effective, practical and fit for purpose to ensure that industries, businesses and consumers can get fully behind measures and make them work.
Coronavirus: Cutting off of pay-as-you-go energy meters suspended for customers in financial distress, ministers announce
Coronavirus
Coronavirus: Cutting off of pay-as-you-go energy meters suspended for customers in financial distress, ministers announce
The cutting off of pay-as-you-go energy meters will be "completely suspended" for hard-up customers who ask for help during the coronavirus crisis, ministers have announced.