We will review previous reports to consider the critical success factors that government needs to secure value for money as it delivers its net zero and environmental targets.
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.
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.
In 2023 HM Treasury announced plans for Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) to spend £38 billion between 2022-23 and 2024-25. This guide was produced to support the Energy Security and Net Zero Committee in its examination of the DESNZ’s remit, plans and budget. It summarises the key information and insights gained from […]
We will examine if the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and Sellafield are taking a sustainable approach to decommissioning.
Government has provided over £20 billion of support to biomass businesses but it can’t yet demonstrate adherence to its sustainability rules.
Achieving net zero by 2050 in the UK will require co-ordinated action by the UK and devolved governments, due to different challenges faced.
Government aims to have Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage plants capturing and storing 20 to 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide annually by 2030. Our upcoming report will see if that’s on track.
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.
This report examines the government’s approach to investment in research and innovation to deliver net zero.
There has been a substantial reduction in the potential cost to the taxpayer of supporting the transfer of Bulb Energy to a ringfenced supplier under Octopus, but risks remain.
This report looks at how DESNZ is set up for power sector decarbonisation while maintaining security of electricity supply, and affordability.