David Blackman

Warning over ‘dysfunctional’ model for UK ETS

Government plans to set up a standalone UK emissions trading system (ETS) are likely to lead to “highly volatile” carbon prices, Labour has warned. Meanwhile, a a former chief secretary to the Treasury said the absence of a post-Brexit strategy for carbon pricing is the “missing piece” in the government’s plans for zero carbon”.

Brearley stresses importance of local net-zero targets

Local net-zero emissions targets, set by councils, are “incredibly important”, Ofgem chief executive Jonathan Brealey has said. However, Greater Manchester MP Lucy Powell has warned that the conurbation’s target to hit net zero by 2038 may have to be adjusted in the wake of the economic crisis resulting from coronavirus.

Nuclear sector pledges lessons from Hinkley will drive costs down

Consumers still in the dark on low-carbon heat

Energy white paper to propose ESO sale

Offshore grid debate signals winds of change

BEIS report proposes CfD model for hydrogen

NIC calls for 65% renewables generation by 2030

Committee calls for hydrogen strategy to take global lead

Government to review timetable for Future Homes Standard