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Articles tagged with: Energy
Chancellor Warns The Supply Chain And Energy Crises Will Persist For Months
Economy
Chancellor Warns The Supply Chain And Energy Crises Will Persist For Months
Rishi Sunak has warned that supply chain disruption that has led to price rises and empty supermarket shelves will continue "for months" amid growing warnings that the country faces shortages in the run-up to Christmas.
Labour Warns Renters Could Be Hit By Higher Fuel Bills With Green Home Plans
Communities
Labour Warns Renters Could Be Hit By Higher Fuel Bills With Green Home Plans
A focus on homeowners in the government's new heat pump plan could mean that renters could "bear the brunt" of green housing policies, Labour has warned.
Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
MIMA's response to the Heat and Buildings strategy and Net Zero strategy
Minister Says Heat Pump Grant Is 'First Step' To Green Homes But It Could Take 15 Years To Phase Out Gas
Environment
Minister Says Heat Pump Grant Is "First Step" To Green Homes But It Could Take 15 Years To Phase Out Gas
International Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan has suggested the replacement of gas boilers could take as long as 15 years as she defended a scheme to subsidise heat pumps as a "fantastic first step".
Urgent action is required to prevent avoidable deaths as millions more face fuel poverty this winter
Economy
By Baroness McIntosh
Urgent action is required to prevent avoidable deaths as millions more face fuel poverty this winter
It is a matter of great concern that against the background of rising inflation, the end of furlough and cut to Universal Credit that the price cap might end in April 2022.
Net zero can only be achieved with public support – that’s why it must be affordable for everyone Partner content
Economy
By SSE
Net zero can only be achieved with public support – that’s why it must be affordable for everyone
If we are serious about moving to a renewables-led energy system, we have to adopt a flexible approach that makes solutions cost-effective for consumers.
Let’s focus on the costs we can control and ease the squeeze on British households Partner content
Health
By Association of British Insurers
Let’s focus on the costs we can control and ease the squeeze on British households
Working families and public services are facing additional economic pressure but fighting an increase in Insurance Premium Tax (IPT) can help lift the burden.
A strong and resilient economy is crucial for net-zero Britain – and the private sector must be given the confidence to invest in green jobs
Environment
By Philip Dunne MP
A strong and resilient economy is crucial for net-zero Britain – and the private sector must be given the confidence to invest in green jobs
The government needs to help clear up the confusion, as it is itself yet to define what it means by a green job
Five years on, 22,000 workers in Britain are at work on Hinkley Point C Partner content
Economy
By EDF
Five years on, 22,000 workers in Britain are at work on Hinkley Point C
From new jobs to investment in British businesses, the benefits of Hinkley Point C are clear to see.
Net Zero with the Lights On: Nuclear’s Role in Our Energy Future Partner content
Environment
By Nuclear Industry Association
Net Zero with the Lights On: Nuclear’s Role in Our Energy Future
The UK’s energy system can only survive the transition to net zero if we invest urgently and heavily in homegrown nuclear power.
Decarbonising the heat sector will protect consumers from future energy cost spikes
Energy
By Steve Brine MP
Decarbonising the heat sector will protect consumers from future energy cost spikes
It’s time to level up our buildings and energy infrastructure and release the UK from its vulnerability to volatile fossil fuels.
Partner content
Energy
By SGN
Hydrogen electrolyser purchased from Nel for our world-first project in Fife
Today, we signed a landmark agreement with dedicated hydrogen technology provider Nel ASA to supply the electrolyser for our world-first hydrogen-to-homes heating network on the east coast of Scotland.
Minister Admits Customers Could Face Higher Energy Tariffs If Their Current Supplier Goes Bust
Economy
Minister Admits Customers Could Face Higher Energy Tariffs If Their Current Supplier Goes Bust
Consumers who are forced to switch to a new energy supplier will not be guaranteed they will pay the same rate, a business minister has said.
No.10 Signals CO2 Plant Funding Could Be Extended To Avoid Winter Crisis
Economy
No.10 Signals CO2 Plant Funding Could Be Extended To Avoid Winter Crisis
The government has left the door open to funding the operation of a key CO2-producing plant beyond the three weeks agreed amid warnings that the industry faces long-term disruption.
Energy Regulator Boss Expects More Suppliers To Go Bust With Huge Gas Price Rise Here To Stay
Energy
Energy Regulator Boss Expects More Suppliers To Go Bust With Huge Gas Price Rise Here To Stay
We cannot rely on the massive rise in gas prices being only temporary, which will lead to more suppliers will going bust, the boss of the UK’s energy regulator has told MPs.
Minister Says Government Deal To Reopen CO2 Producers Could Cost 'Tens Of Millions'
Economy
Minister Says Government Deal To Reopen CO2 Producers Could Cost "Tens Of Millions"
Environment Secretary George Eustice said the "short term" deal would help secure the UK's supply of carbon dioxide but would cost "many millions".
With gas prices soaring, the UK must seize this opportunity to lead a global clean power revolution
Environment
By Ben Westerman
With gas prices soaring, the UK must seize this opportunity to lead a global clean power revolution
We urgently need to end our reliance on volatile fossil fuel markets - transitioning away from gas and towards clean energy is the only sure-fire way to avoid another crisis like this.
Business Secretary Insists 'Badly Run' Energy Suppliers Will Not Be Handed Government Bail Outs
Economy
Business Secretary Insists "Badly Run" Energy Suppliers Will Not Be Handed Government Bail Outs
Kwasi Kwarteng has said taxpayer's money will not be used to bail out struggling energy suppliers, but suggested support could be extended to some firms.
Why New Nuclear Is the Right Choice for Labour Partner content
Economy
By Nuclear Industry Association
Why New Nuclear Is the Right Choice for Labour
Nuclear and the Labour Movement can be powerful allies in the battle to overcome climate change.
Minister Insists There Is 'No Question Of The Lights Going Out' Over Gas Shortage Concerns
Economy
Minister Insists There Is "No Question Of The Lights Going Out" Over Gas Shortage Concerns
Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng has said there is "no need for alarm or panic" following crisis talks with the energy industry.
The Energy Crisis Explained — What Is Causing It, And What Can The Government Do About It?
Energy
The Energy Crisis Explained — What Is Causing It, And What Can The Government Do About It?
The government is set to hold talks with representatives from the energy industry amid growing concerns over the impact of rising gas prices — but what is causing the crisis? And what can ministers do about it?
Government Won't Rule Out An Energy Company Bail-Out As Gas Prices Soar
Economy
Government Won't Rule Out An Energy Company Bail-Out As Gas Prices Soar
Foreign Office minister James Cleverly did not rule out the possibility that some energy firms could be handed a taxpayer-backed bail out with soaring gas prices already contributing to supply chain chaos.
Partner content
Environment
By Coca-Cola Europacific Partners
MSP Visits Coca-Cola Manufacturing Site in East Kilbride
Boris Johnson must put consumers at the heart of net zero or risk derailing 2050 target
Economy
By Dame Clare Moriarty
Boris Johnson must put consumers at the heart of net zero or risk derailing 2050 target
Right now, the process for adapting homes to make them energy efficient and low-carbon is too complicated.