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The Great British Energy Bill – an overview
Posted: 12/09/2024
The Great British Energy Bill (the ‘Bill’) a key element of the UK government’s strategy to expand green energy production, is set to be fast-tracked through the House of Commons. Its second reading occurred on 5 September, and it passed with a majority of 253 votes (348 to 95 in favour). The Bill is designed to transform the UK energy......>>
The Great British Energy Bill – opportunities for the shipping industry
Posted: 12/09/2024
Recent geopolitical events have highlighted the destabilising economic impacts of energy insecurities in many countries, including the UK. Confronted by the ongoing climate crisis and need for energy security, one of the Labour government’s solutions will be the acceleration of the development and investment in clean energy projects......>>
Greenwashing: are ‘eco-friendly’ companies now in the regulator’s crosshairs?
Posted: 11/09/2024
A surge in greenwashing allegations over recent years has been accompanied by a number of subsequent high-profile investigations. The investigation by Ofgem into energy giant Drax Power Limited, however, has thrown up a new angle to greenwashing. Previous investigations, such as those against Shell and Delta Airlines, have largely been......>>
Shh…can you keep a (half) secret commission? Energy sector brokers beware…
Posted: 27/06/2024
In the energy sector, brokers have long plugged the gap between energy suppliers and consumers. While this arrangement has benefits for all parties, the existence (and extent of) the broker’s remuneration has sparked multiple disputes in the English courts. In high energy usage sectors like manufacturing, commercial real estate, and leisure......>>
Labour’s Great British Energy could open up investment opportunities, if deployed effectively
Posted: 24/06/2024
A lot of what Labour and the Conservatives promise regarding energy in their manifestos appears to build on the foundations laid by the Energy Act 2023. Labour’s pledge to create Great British Energy seems to extend the remit of the National Future Systems Operator, created by the act, whose purpose is to coordinate the development of......>>

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