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Articles tagged with: Energy
Without bold action Britain risks sliding into an inexorable decline
Economy
By Craig Mackinlay MP
Without bold action Britain risks sliding into an inexorable decline
There is no doubt that the Chancellor had a tough hand to play in deciding which measures to include in his Autumn Statement last month.
PM Sunak can deliver long-term energy stability, security and savings – here’s how Partner content
Environment
By Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers Association
PM Sunak can deliver long-term energy stability, security and savings – here’s how
With the Autumn Statement in our rear-view mirror, both PM Sunak and Chancellor Hunt continue to be faced with fiscal challenges and restrictions as we hurtle towards a general election. It has never been so timely to turn their attentions to reducing the amount of energy we use.
We should be proud of our net zero commitments, but need to move forward into delivery Partner content
Environment
By SGN
We should be proud of our net zero commitments, but need to move forward into delivery
Following on from COP27, some may think now is the time to put the breaks on net zero, but now is the time to be doubling down on our climate commitments.
It’s time to ditch biomass power in favour of cheaper renewables
Environment
By Selaine Saxby MP
It’s time to ditch biomass power in favour of cheaper renewables
If we are going to achieve our climate goals and lower energy bills, we need to rethink our use of biomass power.
Nurses Announce Strike Days, Backbenchers Rebel Over Energy Policy, Apology For MP Christmas Party Guidelines
Health
Nurses Announce Strike Days, Backbenchers Rebel Over Energy Policy, Apology For MP Christmas Party Guidelines
Nurses in England, Wales and Northern Ireland have announced that they will strike for two days before Christmas, the latest profession to commit to industrial action over the winter. 
New Generation Net Zero facility to inspire engineers of the future Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
New Generation Net Zero facility to inspire engineers of the future
Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult and Engineering UTC North Lincolnshire have launched a brand-new facility at the college, that will inspire the next generation of STEM leaders in the region.
Partner content
Economy
By LV=
29m worry about rising cost of energy bills
5m (9%) UK adults say they can’t afford to pay day-to-day costs and bills
£2m funding for UK supply chain projects to tackle offshore wind decarbonisation and improve reliability Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
£2m funding for UK supply chain projects to tackle offshore wind decarbonisation and improve reliability
Equinor and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult announce strategic partnership Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
Equinor and Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult announce strategic partnership
Equinor and the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult have announced a collaboration agreement that will tackle some of the biggest challenges facing the offshore renewables sector.
Dire UN climate warnings cast cloud over COP26 legacy
Environment
By Dr Joshua Wells, Political Consultant
Dire UN climate warnings cast cloud over COP26 legacy
The United Nations chief’s stark warning of impending disaster at the start of the COP27 climate summit has cast a cloud over the previous gathering hosted by the UK.
Partner content
Energy
By Policy@Manchester
Generating solutions: responses and reforms for the energy price crisis
The UK and Europe are facing rapid increases in energy prices from what were already high levels. While the UK has committed to an energy price cap until April 2023, beyond this date only targeted support for the poorest households is likely to be affordable. Dr Ed Manderson from The University of Manchester explains the impact that energy prices have and calls for action to address price formation in the UK energy market alongside planning reforms.
Partner content
Environment
By The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Hydrogen could provide transport fuel alternative – but investment is needed
The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has launched a new report which gives a detailed look at the key factors that will determine hydrogen’s future as a sustainable road transport fuel – a shift which could be vital to reach the Government’s Net Zero 2050 targets.
Majority Of Conservative Voters Expect To Shift To Electric Cars As Part Of Net-Zero Push
Energy
By John Johnston
Majority Of Conservative Voters Expect To Shift To Electric Cars As Part Of Net-Zero Push
An exclusive poll for The House finds a majority of Conservative voters envision shifting to electric cars as the United Kingdom chases its net-zero targets.
Ed Davey interview: ‘I made my priority very clear and it is to beat Conservative MPs’
Political parties
By Tali Fraser
Ed Davey interview: ‘I made my priority very clear and it is to beat Conservative MPs’
As both leader of the Liberal Democrats and a carer to his son, Ed Davey has a lot on his plate. But, he tells Tali Fraser, he’s ready for a general election any time. Photography by Baldo Sciacca.
Partner content
Energy
By Policy@Manchester
How do we pay for nuclear?
Europe is struggling through a period of exorbitant energy prices. In addition to directly hitting consumers with a higher cost of living, high energy prices will also have detrimental effects on business and industry. Will Bodel from The University of Manchester’s Dalton Nuclear Institute examines the role of nuclear energy in reducing the cost of energy, and discusses their funding and financing.
COP Out – The Alok Sharma Interview
Environment
By Isabella Kaminski
COP Out – The Alok Sharma Interview
A year ago, Alok Sharma was preparing to corral thousands of diplomats into a conference centre in Glasgow, where they would try to thrash out a way of tackling the climate crisis while furthering their own domestic ambitions – a seemingly impossible task.
Government Wins Fracking Vote But Tory Rebels Face Expulsion
Communities
Government Wins Fracking Vote But Tory Rebels Face Expulsion
A number of Tory MPs are expected to be ejected from the party after opposing the government in a chaotic Opposition Day Motion on fracking.
Government must seize our 10-point plan for the environment
Environment
By Baroness Young and Rebecca Pow MP
Government must seize our 10-point plan for the environment
It has been almost a year since the United Kingdom hosted COP26 and published its net-zero strategy. Public support for action on climate and nature remains resolute, despite the inflationary challenges posed by Russia’s horrific war in Ukraine.
Tidal stream energy could dive to record low cost if opportunity is seized Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
Tidal stream energy could dive to record low cost if opportunity is seized
Tidal stream energy could plummet below £80 per MWh by 2035 if current opportunity is realised, a new industry-leading report has predicted.
How hydrogen energy will drive the Prime Minister’s new growth plan Partner content
Energy
By Air Products PLC
How hydrogen energy will drive the Prime Minister’s new growth plan
With the war in Ukraine still raging and the new Prime Minister’s ‘growth plan’ the main focus of Government, the aim for the UK to be a world-leader in hydrogen has taken on a new impetus. Hydrogen not only presents an opportunity for helping provide electricity, heating and fuels that are lower carbon and more secure, it also offers a major source of new growth. So, what is needed for the UK to seize this opportunity?
The road to transport decarbonisation and the legacy it will leave Partner content
Economy
By WSP
The road to transport decarbonisation and the legacy it will leave
Much attention is given to the nationwide transition to electric vehicles (EVs) due to its important position within the Government’s Net Zero Strategy. Some progress has been made; the UK Climate Change Committee’s most recent progress report found that purchases of EVs more than doubled between 2020 and 2021. However, we are currently forecast to only reach 36% of private vehicles being EV by 2030 when the Government ban on the sale of petrol and diesel vehicles commences. There are still barriers to overcome with a lack of public charging infrastructure a key concern for would be EV adopters, particularly those without access to off-street parking. Despite this, the pace of change across the UK is encouraging.
Liz Truss Will Step Up Energy Saving Info Campaign In Apparent U-turn
Energy
Liz Truss Will Step Up Energy Saving Info Campaign In Apparent U-turn
The government has confirmed that it is looking at ways of better informing people about how they can cut down their energy usage this winter in an apparent U-turn on the issue.
Floating Offshore Wind Centre of Excellence Kicks Off New Phase with Two Major Technology Programmes Partner content
Environment
By Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult
Floating Offshore Wind Centre of Excellence Kicks Off New Phase with Two Major Technology Programmes
The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult’s Floating Offshore Wind Centre of Excellence (FOW CoE) is launching two new strategic programmes, which mark the start of a new phase in its development. The two programmes, launched at Floating Offshore Wind 2022 in Aberdeen, will accelerate the development and qualification of critical floating wind technologies.
Partner content
Energy
By British Veterinary Association
BVA urges Government to extend energy bill support for veterinary practices to avoid animal welfare crisis
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urgently calling on the Government to extend the GB Energy Bill Relief and consider more support for already under-pressure veterinary practices to avoid serious implications for UK food safety and an animal welfare crisis.