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It suggests priority should be given to rapidly mitigate the impact of price rises for vulnerable consumers and small businesses, however, the long term transition and investments in cleaner energy sources should not be disrupted

It is expected to help consumers save around $1.2bn on their energy bills between 2022 and 2040

It seeks to encourage people and companies to make a pledge they will commit to during the summit in November to tackle climate change

Network companies, system operators, businesses and researchers can bid for the funding to help the UK accelerate its transition to an emissions-free energy system

Smart meters are helping put businesses in charge of their energy use.

The government is calling on more companies to follow suit and make pledges to join the fight against climate change

The research found some websites were using ‘vague claims and unclear language’, including terms such as ‘eco’ or ‘sustainable’ or reference to ‘natural products’ without adequate explanation or evidence of the claims

The CMA believes it is important competition law does not become an ‘unnecessary obstacle’ to sustainable development and businesses are not deterred from taking part in lawful environmental initiatives

Applicants must embed energy efficiency in the design of their projects, focusing on energy uses such as heating, cooling, refrigeration, compressed air and business processes

Mr Griffith will work towards supporting ‘as many UK businesses as possible’ to commit to net zero targets by 2050 or earlier