Net Zero, energy policy and climate cooperation
Chancellor John Healey’s budget cuts have slashed funding for heat pump subsidies and other clean energy schemes, putting Britain’s green heating targets in jeopardy. Critics say the cuts dismantle Ed Miliband’s green agenda, while allies insist affordability remains the focus.
England’s water companies got their worst environmental ratings on record, with eight of nine rated poor or needing improvement. Regulators and ministers are now demanding answers.
A new government-backed scheme offers UK households interest-free or low-interest loans for solar panels, heat pumps and batteries, with no upfront costs. The Warm Home Loans initiative aims to cut energy bills by hundreds of pounds a year.
The UK has approved the Jackdaw gasfield in the North Sea, ending years of delays. The decision raises questions about energy bills, economic gains, and climate commitments.
The UK government has approved the Jackdaw gasfield east of Aberdeen, drawing fierce criticism from the Green Party. Labour says the move protects jobs and energy security, but opponents call it climate vandalism.
Unite says a 24-hour walkout by more than 160 rig workers could severely disrupt UK fuel supplies. The strike at five Apache platforms linked to the Forties Pipeline System is set to start Wednesday.
Conservative plans to scrap low-carbon building rules drew little attention at their conference, while the Greens embraced nuclear power. Labour announced grid investment but postponed a decision on North Sea drilling.
A proposed datacentre at Drax’s biomass plant could emit 8.6 million tonnes of CO2 a year, nearly twice the emissions of all Gatwick flights. Campaigners call it one of the dirtiest datacentres out there.
Green party members have voted to end their blanket opposition to nuclear power. The motion allows elected representatives to assess nuclear projects case by case.
A warm and settled start to the week will give way to rain, wind and a more autumnal feel as the jet stream strengthens. But could a September heatwave still be on the cards later this month?
