Policy

It is time for Ministers to back up climate targets with the requisite investment, writes Osborne Clarke's James Watson

Opinion divided on effectiveness of creating a dedicated department for the net zero transition

The government has created a new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, but will it really ensure the net zero transition is prioritised across government?

Reshuffle sees Grant Shapps appointed as new Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, as Kemi Badenoch becomes Business and Trade Secretary

Environment Minister announces fresh moves to tackle dangerous waste practices and pledges to end waste crime by 2043

The Sun reports Number 10 is planning a major reshuffle that could see BEIS split into three new departments

UN Secretary General António Guterres calls on governments, businesses, and investors to urgently step up action to deliver on climate and biodiversity goals

Regulator publishes first guidance for businesses looking to develop plants that produce hydrogen from fossil gas and capture the resulting emissions

Indian government confirms clean energy spending plans, Washington DC introduces free bus fares, and the World Bank boosts African renewables investment

Coalition of trade bodies representing over 750 firms from across the energy industry writes to Jeremy Hunt to warn that action is needed in Spring Budget to unleash green investment