Government revolt in the making over new hydrogen levy?

The Energy Bill proposes to introduce a new levy on consumer bills to fund hydrogen development

ExxonMobil sues EU over windfall tax

It is calling the levy “counter-productive”

Windfall tax threatens oil and gas investment in North Sea, says Shell

The energy giant has said the levy “creates uncertainty”

Government considers putting carbon border tax on imports

The levy will reportedly aim to limit products from countries that have not implemented measures to reduce their carbon emissions

Single-use plastic bag charge to double to 10p and extend to all retailers

The government has confirmed small retailers that employ 250 people or less will no longer be exempt from the levy

Residents of Warwick to be given referendum on climate change tax rise

The proposed council tax change would amount to an annual increase of £57 to £171 per household

EU approves support scheme for energy intensive firms in Slovakia

Support for renewables is currently financed through contributions based on electricity consumption through a levy on energy bills

EU approves electricity surcharge discounts in Greece

The Commission found the Greek measure and the adjustment plan are in line with EU State aid rules

Developers may have to make ‘biodiversity net gain’

If green improvements are not possible in certain circumstances, they could be charged a levy for the creation of habitat or improvement elsewhere

Spain scraps 7% solar tax in move to cut energy bills

Energy and Environment Minister Teresa Ribera said the move will make it easier for consumers to install panels