“Even the best businesses can do more on energy efficiency”

We spoke to Centrica’s Head of Sales, John Hyde, who told us that businesses should embrace sustainability before they are forced into it by legislation

King’s Speech: What to expect?

The King’s Speech is expected to include a range of legislative proposals that address economic growth, energy security, Brexit-related matters and support for businesses in adopting new technologies

EU votes: Energy consumption to drop by at least 11.7%

The proposed measures cover various sectors, including public administration, buildings, businesses and data centres

EU bans goods linked to deforestation

New checks will now be in place before items are imported onto the continent – to understand their impact on forestry

CCC Chair says no chance of net zero without policy changes

The block on new onshore wind in England must be lifted, he stressed

Britain bans services helping transport Russian oil

The ban, which will come into effect from 5th December 2022, applies to UK services including insurance, brokerage and shipping

‘For net zero we need a 400% increase for renewables’

That’s according to the boss of National Grid

High Court rules government net zero aim falls short of the mark

The 2050 plan lacks sufficient detail, the court has found

Energy Security Bill introduced into Parliament

These 26 new measures have been set to put the UK on a path to a cleaner, domestic energy market

Queen’s Speech lays out Energy Bill

The pursuit of cheaper, cleaner and more secure energy has been put at the heart of the government’s plans