Government’s approach to the environment and climate change 2023-24
Published on:This is an overview of the Government’s approach and commitments for environmental improvement, mitigating climate change, and adapting to climate change.
Search results for 'Energy and environment'
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Sizewell C
Published on:This report assesses the implications of the Sizewell C construction deal for taxpayers, electricity consumers, and investors.
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Decarbonising home heating
Published on:The number of heat pump installations by December 2023 was less than half of planned projections; uncertainty regarding the role of hydrogen in home heating is hampering investment and effective planning.
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The Farming and Countryside Programme
Published on:The Farming and Countryside Programme aims to reform English farming. The stakes are high for food production, farm viability and the environment.
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Energy bills support: an update
Published on:Energy bills support successfully protected many people and businesses during 2022 and 2023 from rising energy prices.
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Resilience to animal diseases
Published on:Key public bodies are insufficiently prepared for a major animal disease outbreak and would likely struggle to cope with one, the NAO finds.
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Implementing statutory biodiversity net gain
Published on:There are risks to the long-term effectiveness of a new policy to make sure developers protect or improve biodiversity
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Update on the rollout of smart meters
Published on:The government has made progress with the rollout of smart meters – but it’s slower than planned and there are challenges in meeting its latest set of targets.
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The government’s support for biomass
Published on:Government has provided over £20 billion of support to biomass businesses but it can’t yet demonstrate adherence to its sustainability rules.
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs annual report and accounts 2021-22
Published on:Gareth Davies, the C&AG of the NAO, has reported on the 2021-22 accounts of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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Approaches to achieving net zero across the UK
Published on:Achieving net zero by 2050 in the UK will require co-ordinated action by the UK and devolved governments, due to different challenges faced.
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The government’s resources and waste reforms for England
Published on:Our report assesses government’s progress in tackling unnecessary waste, and concludes it lacks effective long-term plans.
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Waste management: data visualisation
Published on:Interactive map showing local authority spend on waste, recycling rates and waste management sites in England.
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Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage programme
Published on:Government says carbon capture technology is ‘essential’ to achieving net zero. The government doesn’t have a credible alternative pathway.
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Achieving environmental improvement and responding to climate change
Published on:This report identifies enablers for success in tackling the challenges government faces in its environment and climate change work.
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Investigation into government’s actions to combat waste crime in England
Published on:This investigation assesses government’s oversight of the waste industry and what action is taken to address illegal activity.
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Resilience to flooding
Published on:We look at the government’s long-term ambition “to create a nation more resilient to future flood and coastal erosion risk” and, in the more immediate term, whether Defra and EA are delivering value for money after two years of the capital programme.
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Government resilience: extreme weather
Published on:Government is underprepared for extreme weather events which can cause significant disruption to people, businesses, and their communities.
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs annual report and accounts 2020-2021
Published on:Gareth Davies, the C&AG of the NAO, has reported on the 2020-21 accounts of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
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Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Departmental financial overview 2020-21
Published on:The information in this guide draws on the findings from our financial audit programme of work and from publicly available sources, including the annual report and accounts of the Department and its bodies