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Energy UK responds to Ofgem’s latest price cap announcement
25 Feb 2025
Responding to Ofgem’s price cap announcement, Energy UK’s chief executive, Dhara Vyas said: “Another price rise is unwelcome news when many are still struggling with bills and customer debt is approaching a record £4 billion. “Today’s higher price cap is mainly due to an increase in how much we pay for the wholesale cost of… Read more
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Energy UK responds to the National Infrastructure Commission’s report
21 Feb 2025
Responding to the National Infrastructure Commission’s report on electricity distribution networks, Charles Wood, Deputy Director at Energy UK, said: “The recommendations of this report should be implemented in full to address the barriers facing developers and consumers connecting to distribution networks across GB. Distributed energy generation, housing projects, new industries, and existing businesses and households… Read more
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Energy UK responds to Ofgem’s consultation on standing charges
20 Feb 2025
Responding to Ofgem’s consultation on standing charges, Energy UK’s chief executive, Dhara Vyas said: “Introducing a new, alternative price cap option increases its complexity and should be very carefully considered given the potential risks to customers. “At the moment, a single price cap offers a safety net for customers giving them price protection whatever their… Read more
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You’re Hired: Energy sector backs National Apprentice Week
10 Feb 2025
To mark National Apprentice Week (10-16 February), Energy UK is highlighting how its members are providing skilled job opportunities supporting the move to clean energy, without the need for university degrees. From Plymouth to Perth, Energy UK members are leading the way in developing the next generation of energy professionals, supporting over 1,200 apprentices across… Read more
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Energy UK responds to the Government’s consultation to strengthen the energy performance of privately rented homes
7 Feb 2025
Responding to the Government’s consultation to strengthen the energy performance of privately rented homes, Charles Wood, Deputy Director at Energy UK, said: “This announcement marks a welcome recommitment from the Government to improving energy efficiency standards in rented properties by strengthening EPC requirements. The most affordable energy is the energy we don’t use – yet… Read more
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Energy UK responds to the Government’s announcement on nuclear power
6 Feb 2025
Responding to the Government’s announcement on accelerating nuclear power, Dhara Vyas, Chief Executive at Energy UK, said: “The Government has an ambitious plan to unlock investment in clean power technologies, which is vital as we continue to decarbonise the power sector. “Bolstering energy security and meeting our clean power 2030 target go hand in hand,… Read more
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More support for businesses to cut energy use and carbon will pay off
30 Jan 2025
Business and industry need more support to invest in the switch to cleaner energy and greater energy efficiency and take advantage of the benefits that could support their growth and competitiveness. That is the conclusion of an Energy UK review, published today, into current policies intended to drive commercial and industrial decarbonisation. A host of… Read more
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New report highlights potential costs to Northern Ireland if the UK and EU do not link emissions trading
29 Jan 2025
On the day of the Chancellor’s Growth speech [29 January 2025], Energy UK is urging the UK Government to maximise cooperation with the EU on climate change to avoid serious impacts on the UK economy. In ‘Borderline Confusion – Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms in Northern Ireland’, Energy UK highlights the impact of the EU’s forthcoming… Read more
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Paul Spence appointed as new Vulnerability Commitment Chair
27 Jan 2025
Paul Spence has been appointed as the new independent Chair of Energy UK’s Vulnerability Commitment. Paul, who recently stepped down as Director of Strategy and Corporate Affairs at EDF after 40 years working in the energy industry, will take over from Steve Crabb, who has held the role since its inception in 2021, on 1st… Read more