Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

New government-backed research project confirms heat pumps are an effective form of heating homes, even on cold days

Climate Change Committee warns UK must deliver policies, reforms, and clear strategy before next election if it is to overcome intermittency challenges and deliver on its promise of a net zero emission power grid by 2035

Uber users are to receive tips from the government energy saving campaign through in-journey adverts

New £5m grant scheme designed to support faster uptake of heat pumps across the country

With the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt attempting to woo green business leaders and a flurry of fresh policy reforms this week, the government is suddenly very keen to show it is in 'listening mode' when it comes to net zero

Government taskforce formally launched today with remit to support goal of cutting UK energy use 15 per cent by 2030

As renewables industry calls for a renewed push to retain UK clean energy leadership, the new Energy Security and Net Zero Secretary indicates plans are afoot for new nuclear projects, strengthened offshore wind goals, and a solar rooftop boom

BusinessGreen rounds up the most widely read stories this week

'However you want to pronounce our name, we’ll be making sure we live up to it'

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