Policy

Poll claims failure to deliver on manifesto pledge to double energy efficiency funding would further erode support for Labour government

Proposed reforms to BNG rules and local planning process spark fierce criticism from environmental groups

Consultancy Stonehaven argues paying legacy gas-fired power plants through a regulated asset based model could shave billions of pounds off UK energy bills

Campaigners warn any move to cut back energy efficiency plans would undermine any gains made by reversing Winter Fuel Payment cuts

Federation of Small Businesses' survey indicates healthy appetite for driving towards net zero, but concerns remain over cost barriers

The government's forthcoming Steel Strategy must position the UK steel sector for global competitiveness through environmental leadership, writes the Climate Group's Andrew Forth

Mexico's clean energy targets promise to boost energy security, the latest Indian renewables mega-project has been confirmed, and the flagship US offshore wind project could be back on track

COP30 President André Corrêa do Lago pens open letter to governments setting out top three negotiating priorities for UN Climate Summit in November

More than 60 environmental experts warn aspects of Planning and Infrastructure Bill risks 'irreversible harm' to both nature and investor confidence

Curran's Ministerial responsibilities set to include nuclear energy and planning decisions, as she replaces veteran Labour peer Lord Hunt who has retired from frontline politics