UK households face higher energy bills unless ageing electricity grid is upgraded, report warns Renewables and nuclear make up 73 per cent of Britain’s electricity generation The Independent UK · Sep 11
Alarming charts that reveal a planet in peril – as experts warn record-breaking heatwaves are just the start From record-breaking heatwaves and worsening droughts to deadly wildfires, experts say this record-breaking summer means the case for net zero has never been clearer The Independent UK · Aug 8
Households and businesses to receive stronger protection against energy firms Plans to strengthen the ombudsman will help customers resolve disputes with their suppliers, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said. Evening Standard · Oct 22, 2025
UK Government department 'cancels charity bake sale for Palestine' A UK Government department has reportedly cancelled a bake sale to raise money for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) amid claims the organisation… The National (Scotland) · Sep 19, 2025
Sizewell C nuclear power plant construction to cost £38billion as investors sign deal The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero said Energy Secretary Ed Miliband had signed the final investment decision for the development. Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2025
Sizewell C nuclear power plant construction to cost £38bn as investors sign deal The Department for Energy Security & Net Zero said Energy Secretary Ed Miliband had signed the final investment decision for the development. The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2025
How’s the UK attempt to reach net zero going? There’s good news and bad news Each year, the Climate Change Committee – the UK’s independent advisory body tasked with monitoring the country’s movement toward its legally binding climate goals – gives a report on the government’s progress over the last year. The Conversation · Jun 25, 2025
Switching off RTS energy meter system to be delayed, says Government The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero said there will be a ‘managed and more controlled start’ to the phase-out from June 30. Evening Standard · Jun 18, 2025
Will the North Sea oil and gas industry be Labour’s next U-turn? With Nigel Farage targeting net zero, could government policy change to protect jobs, revenue and votes? The Guardian - UK · Jun 8, 2025
Government urged to improve response to ‘world-beatingly high’ energy bills A watchdog said the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero must improve plans to support households vulnerable to fuel poverty. Evening Standard · Mar 28, 2025
Tories hit out at ‘hypocrite’ Miliband as his department hires a photographer As Labour leader, Ed Miliband criticised then-prime minister David Cameron for bringing his personal photographer into government. The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2025
Anger at UK’s ‘bonkers’ plan to reach net zero by importing fuel from North Korea Government criticised over list of potential countries for sourcing biomass, which also includes Afghanistan The Guardian - UK · Oct 9, 2024
A low-energy farmhouse provides a rural escape in North Carolina This low-energy farmhouse is a net zero architectural re-set for a Californian client, an East Coast relocation for a more engaged and low-key lifestyle Wallpaper · Apr 18, 2024
Chris Packham challenges government for net zero policy delays Naturalist applies to the High Court for a judicial review after PM pushes back green targets The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Nov 7, 2023 Scottish Government delays climate change plan due to UK's net zero rollback THE Scottish Government has delayed the publication of its new plan to tackle climate change.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 10, 2023 Senior SNP minister pledges party will ‘think very carefully’ about by-election loss SCOTLAND’S Net Zero Secretary has “guaranteed” her party will reflect on the reasons for its defeat in the Rutherglen and Hamilton West…
Evening Standard · Sep 30, 2023 Hundreds protest in central London against Rosebank oilfield approval Some 200 climate activists gathered outside the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s central London offices
The Independent UK · Sep 22, 2023 Government ‘should support households struggling with energy bills’ this winter The Energy Security and Net Zero Committee urged for action, including the introduction of a social tariff and the abolition of the standing charge.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 10, 2023 UK’s net zero ambitions at risk after ‘disastrous’ offshore wind auction Industry figures and the TUC warn of missed carbon reduction targets and lost jobs unless government boosts green investment
The National (Scotland) · Aug 26, 2023 Inside the SNP's South Scotland regional assembly on independence strategy Members had a “huge voice” at the SNP’s South Scotland regional assembly as they quizzed the First Minister on a variety of different issues…
The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2023 Ministers fail to account for emissions from new North Sea licensing, court told Greenpeace and Uplift have brought a legal challenge against the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Birmingham Post · Jul 11, 2023 RWE appoints East Coast Net Zero director to power up its presence in Humber and Teesside Former Humber Renewables Woman of the Year lands key role with European giant on expanded patch
The Independent UK · Jun 30, 2023 Grant Shapps urged to end support for burning forest wood and crops for energy Scientists and activists raise doubts over sustainability claims and whether biomass should be part of national net zero strategies
Birmingham Post · Jun 20, 2023 Hull's net zero journey picks up the Pace with marketing appointment Marketing agency selected by regional campaign as it strengthens leadership team
Insider UK · Jun 20, 2023 Scotland misses target on reducing greenhouse gas emissions Climate campaigners warn the failure to hit the interim figure puts the target to reach net zero by 2045 at risk