Clean Heat Market Mechanism delayed until 2025

The UK Government has decided to postpone the implementation of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism until April 2025, sparking mixed reactions from industry experts

UK revamps heat pump grants scheme

Families are set to benefit from cheaper and simpler heat pump installations as the government updates its Boiler Upgrade Scheme, saving around £2,500 off upfront costs by removing mandatory insulation requirements

Energy saving needs to be more appealing

In this week’s Net Hero Podcast, we spoke to Head of Policy at Energy Saving Trust, Stew Horne, who told us that we have to make energy saving more attractive to make a difference

Net Hero Podcast – Energy Saving the easiest shortcut to net zero?

Why is it we don’t save anywhere near as much energy as we could? Find out in this episode…

Gas power stations vital to prevent blackouts, says Energy Secretary

Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho has warned of blackout risks without new gas power stations in the UK

New Heat Bill proposal raises concerns

Consumer Scotland has stressed the need for incentives and further analysis of impact on consumers and small businesses

UK heat pump plan on track despite “rumours”

Energy Efficiency Minister Martin Callanan confirmed in the House of Lords that the UK’s heat pump plan will proceed as scheduled on 1st April, dispelling rumours regarding the elimination of a boiler tax

The banking sector needs to embrace climate language, says banking expert

In this week’s Net Hero Podcast, Heather Buchanan, Co-founder of Bankers for Net Zero told us people should have access to the carbon data of their purchases

UK exits Energy Charter Treaty

The UK has announced its departure from the Energy Charter Treaty after unsuccessful attempts to align it with net zero goals

‘Net zero policy risks making the poor poorer’

A new report from the Institute for Community Studies warns that the government’s current net zero transition policies may worsen poverty levels