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Transport devolution powering forward?
Boris Johnson has set out his intention to give more control over rail services to local politicians.[1] This move increases the need for transport companies and investors to change the way they think about shaping policy and decision-making.
Five Notable Developments In Nuclear This Week 19.09.19
The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is going to open a new fusion energy research facility in Rotherham, Yorkshire. The facility will cost £22 million and is hoping to engage industry in commercial fusion energy development.
Five Notable Developments In Nuclear This Week 12.09.19
The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) is working with EDF Energy and the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) to plan for the decommissioning of EDF Energy’s nuclear stations.
Five Notable Developments In Nuclear This Week 06.09.2019
Magnox Ltd has been transferred from Cavendish Fluor Partnership, its previous Parent Body Organisation, to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA).
Five Notable Developments In Nuclear This Week 30.08.2019
The latest World Nuclear Performance Report states that if nuclear is to provide 25 per cent of electricity, policymakers will have to demonstrate further commitment.
Lights Out for Big Power?
Microgeneration is climbing the political agenda. Since the UK legislated to reach net zero, small-scale, renewable generation is increasingly being seen as the way to decarbonise. The vision being presented is of a smart, flexible energy system powered by local communities. However, in reality, the UK isn’t ready.
A Campaign Cabinet?
Since becoming Prime Minister on 24 July 2019, Boris Johnson has moved quickly to appoint his frontbench and advisers. His picks are enlightening and indicate the Prime Minister has a plan for the months ahead, which could result in a General Election.
OFGEM Restructuring Requires Engagement Alteration
On 11 July 2019 Ofgem published its strategic narrative for 2019-2023. In this document Ofgem reiterated its commitment to competition and consumers.
Five Notable Developments In Nuclear This Week 28.06.2019
Dame Carolyn Fairbairn, director-general of the CBI, has urged the Government to consider alternative funding models for new nuclear. She joins EDF in lobbying for a ‘regulated asset base’ model, arguing that without it the UK will not be able to meet the Government’s new climate change targets. In a letter to Greg Clark, the business secretary, she also recommends that the Government to use this summer’s white paper to give ‘clarity on its vision’ to reach net zero.
Suppliers Need to Argue their Case in the Face of the Smart Export Guarantee
On 10 June 2019, the Government lay legislation introducing a new supplier-led, subsidy-free Smart Export Guarantee (SEG). The SEG is designed to replace the Feed-in Tariffs scheme which was discontinued in March 2019.
Five Notable Developments in Nuclear this Week 14.06.2019
1. Horizon CEO urges industry to fight for nuclear
Industry Needs to Embrace CCUS to Reach Net-Zero and Remain Competitive
On Thursday 2 May 2019, the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) published a report outlining how the UK can reach Net-zero emissions by 2050.[1]A key component of the plan is the widespread adoption of carbon capture usage and storage (CCUS), however, a lack of policy and financial backing calls into question the likelihood of this happening soon.