It's time to #BringDownBills
⚠️ Energy bills in the UK are too high for homes and businesses. Energy companies are doing all they can, but the Government needs to act to #BringDownBills. 🔎 For more on potential solutions and how to get involved, check out our #BringDownBills hub 👉 buff.ly/X1IAjHo
Our economies need energy to run. Wind and solar are cheap, abundant sources of energy. They will never run out. They are almost miracles. Whichever country dominates in turbines and solar PV will become the most economically important. Right now, that's China.
Lots of talk about what did or didn’t happen at #PMQs today, but how often does it land on the opening day of a major international tournament, and not one MP, Minister, or even the PM wishes our national teams good luck? Yes, it was chaotic but they’re are going in as reigning champs.
⚡ Spending Review 2025 – Key Energy Takeaways ⚡
The Chancellor delivered the Government’s Spending Review today, with major announcements on clean energy, infrastructure, transport and housing. Here’s what you need to know 🧵
Lots of good stuff in the CCC report, but disappointing to see little focus on new modelling: the estimated capital investment needed for Net Zero has fallen from £1.3tn to £0.7tn.
70% of this will come from the private sector—the Government just needs to create the right landscape to unlock it.
Lots of comment on the evening peak in electricity demand last night, particularly from those using this event to make arguments against renewable energy. While this certainly shows that we still need dispatchable power, I think the focus should be on batteries moving forward. 🧵
It’s not just the Government offering help; energy suppliers also provide support like payment holidays, restructured plans, credit advances for prepayment customers, and reduced/waived standing charges for some. If you or someone you know needs help, please take a look or share!
With the energy price cap rising again on January 1st, I’m resharing a toolkit we created—a one-stop shop explaining what’s happening with bills, where to find advice, and how to access support. With temperatures dropping, I hope it reaches anyone needing help who isn’t sure where to look.
Refreshing to see recognition of long-term policies, even if they’re not headline-grabbing. Staying focused on stability and steady progress might not excite the 6 o’clock news, but after years of rapid changes and uncertainity, perhaps more ‘boring’ politics is exactly what’s needed.
Interesting to see very strong cross-party support for "environmentalism" in the UK
The only exception is populist right-wing Reform supporters (who only made up 14% of voters at last election in any case)
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You’re right, the lead times for infrastructure are a big challenge and it won't be easy. Achieving CP30 needs clear signals to secure supply chains, investment in manufacturing and skills and faster planning approvals. It won't be magic, but rather planning reform, urgent action and ambition.
6/With the right focus and collaboration, the UK can deliver on CP30 and lead the global clean energy revolution. This isn’t just about meeting a target—it’s about reshaping our energy future for generations to come. 🌍
6/ And so, what comes next is critical:
💡 Expanding policies for demand-side flexibility and energy efficiency.
🏠 Putting consumers at the heart of the transition, ensuring affordability and accessibility.
🚗 Creating practical pathways for widespread electrification for homes and businesses.
5/ Businesses are ready to deliver, but they need clarity and a holistic approach that puts consumers at the heart of the energy transition. Affordability, flexibility, and pace must go hand in hand.
4/ Achieving this vision will bring significant benefits:
🔒 Strengthened energy security.
👷♀️ Job creation and economic growth.
🌱 Acceleration of clean tech innovation.
🌍 Cementing Britain’s position Clean Energy Superpower.
3/ NESO’s vision for success is based on two key criteria:
The UK generates more clean electricity than it consumes, exporting any surplus.
Gas-fired power accounts for no more than 5% of the energy mix
2/ Earlier this year, the government tasked NESO with outlining how the UK could decarbonise its power system by 2030. This plan was developed in collaboration with government, industry, and experts.
1/ Since Starmer's speech, there’s been speculation about Labour’s commitment to Clean Power 2030 (CP30), with claims of a shift in ambition but this is not really the case. Let’s break it down. ⚡
