UK warned of potential £450bn loss due to energy policy uncertainty

The latest report from Offshore Energies UK cautions that unstable energy policies and tax regimes could result in the UK missing out on a potential £450 billion growth in the domestic offshore energy market by 2040

‘Boiler tax’ sparks customer refund debate

The delay of the Clean Heat Market Mechanism policy to April 2025 has caused uncertainty for consumers, as some boiler manufacturers implemented a ‘boiler tax’ from January 2024

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

Good Energy boss slams government’s ‘outdated’ energy policy

Good Energy’s CEO has criticised the government’s energy policy, citing concerns about reliance on gas and advocating for increased support for renewables

New UK gas power station construction tied to nuclear investment shortfall

The Nuclear Industry Association cautions that not investing enough in nuclear power will lead to more gas stations being built, emphasizing the need for urgent action on nuclear projects to cut down on expensive gas reliance

UK considers heat pump and EV charger rule changes

The UK Government is consulting on proposals to relax regulations surrounding the installation of heat pumps and electric vehicle chargers in England

Ofgem’s £1bn Dogger Bank tender begins

The energy regulator has initiated a competitive tender round worth £1 billion to appoint an offshore transmission owner for the Dogger Bank B Offshore Wind Farm project

UK and Canada forge fusion partnership

The UK and Canada signed an agreement to work together on fusion energy research, simplify regulations and train more skilled workers

Ofgem proposes price cap input changes

A consultation outlines plans for more frequent updates to the Capacity Market Allowance and policy changes for energy intensive industries

UK zero emission vehicle mandate takes effect today

The ZEV mandate, effective from today, sets targets for the percentage of new zero emission cars and vans manufacturers must produce annually until 2035