Decommissioning Sellafield: managing risks from the nuclear legacy
Published on:Sellafield nuclear site is not yet achieving value for money due to concerns over project management, the pace of delivery and staffing.
Search results for 'Energy and environment'
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The Nature for Climate Fund
Published on:Defra’s Nature for Climate Fund has helped boost tree planting and peatland restoration but work is now needed to maintain momentum
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Department for Energy Security & Net Zero 2022-23
Published on:This guide was produced to support the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee in its examination of the DESNZ’s remit, plans and budget.
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Resilience of the food supply chain to disruptions
Published on:The government must engage more with households, communities and industry to strengthen the food supply chain’s resilience to shocks.
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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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Public chargepoints for electric vehicles
Published on:Public electric vehicle chargepoint installations are on track, but government needs to make sure they are located in the right places.
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Regulating for investment and outcomes in the water sector
Published on:This report examines water regulators effectiveness in ensuring the nation’s future water supply and attracting necessary investments.
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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.
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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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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 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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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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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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Waste management: data visualisation
Published on:Interactive map showing local authority spend on waste, recycling rates and waste management sites in England.