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How does Britain become a clean energy superpower? The energy industry welcomes the ambition shown by the Government in its goal. In this report, we call for collaboration with the private sector to jointly deliver on the energy mission.
“The new Government has some really ambitious policies when it comes to the Net Zero economy – policies it hopes will drive down energy bills, bolster our energy security, and reduce emissions, all while securing the clean industries of the future. Now’s a really important moment to reflect on what the key policies could be to enable our Net Zero goals to be met.”
In this video, Energy UK’s Director of Policy Adam Berman explains the five priorities.
How is the Government delivering against our recommendations?
From accelerating clean energy goals to ensuring energy supplies are secure and bills affordable for customers, the Government’s plans to transform Britain into a clean energy superpower cover every area of the sector. We will regularly update our interactive Mission Possible tracker, highlighting where progress is made and what still needs to be done.
In our five-part podcast series, hosts Yumann Siddiq and Sandy Kelly joined Energy UK and industry expert guests to explore each of the five recommendations in our Mission Possible report and discuss what is needed to secure and sustain clean, affordable energy.
Achieving clean power by 2030
The Young Energy Professionals Forum’s Sandy Kelly is joined by Adam Berman (Director of Policy, Energy UK) Sophie Lethier (Senior Policy Manager, Energy UK) and Alistair McGirr (Group Head of Policy and Advocacy, SSE).
Together, they explore what clean power by 2030 actually means; how the new Government is performing in the energy sector; and the different technologies we’ll see in a future UK grid.
Delivering affordable energy bills and a sustainable retail market
The Young Energy Professionals Forum’s Yumann Siddiq is joined by Dan Alchin (Head of Policy and Regulation, Customers, EDF) Daisy Cross (Head of Future Retail Markets, Energy UK) Natasha Hobday (Interim Deputy Director, Customers, Energy UK) and Louise Walsh (Chief Customer Officer, Utilita Energy).
Together, they look at current levels of energy debt in the UK; how the Government can learn from schemes such as the Warm Homes Discount to provide better support for struggling households, and how smart meters and data sharing can help provide targeted support.
Modernising homes and businesses
The Young Energy Professionals Forum’s Sandy Kelly is joined by Jasbir Basi (Head of Corporate Affairs, SSE), Olivia Smalley (Head of Policy and Communications, Heat Pump Association), Charles Wood (Deputy Director, Policy (Systems), Energy UK) and Louise Evans (Policy Executive, Systems, Energy UK).
They take a look at how flexible technology can make sure no one gets left behind in the transformation; the policies that could increase the uptake of electric vehicles; and the role of heat pumps in UK homes.
Creating a mission-led government set up to succeed
The Young Energy Professionals Forum’s Yumann Siddiq is joined by Alexander Gray (Deputy Director for External Affairs, Energy UK), Rosa Hodgkin (Researcher, Institute for Government) and Simon Virley (Vice Chair, and Head of Energy and Natural Resources, KPMG UK).
Together they discuss, how the Government can set itself up for success on its clean energy mission.
Closer UK-EU cooperation on energy and climate change
The Young Energy Professionals Forum’s Sandy Kelly is joined by: Adam Berman (Deputy Director, Advocacy, Energy UK), Matt Hinde (Head of EU Affairs, National Grid) and Sarah Williams (Head of Strategic Partnerships, Green Alliance).
Together they take a look at the current relationship between the UK and EU’s energy markets, what’s next for the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism and the opportunities for future cooperation.
