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REA launches bioenergy review with new Call for Evidence
The REA has launched a far-reaching review into the future of bioenergy in the UK. Bioenergy is energy generated from bio-based fuels, such as wood pellets and biodiesel. The review comes shortly after the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) estimated bioenergy’s contribution to UK total energy could more than double by 2050. The International Energy Agency (IEA) described bioenergy as ‘the overlooked giant of renewables’. The review is expected to form a new policy strategy for government and industry, outlining how bioenergy can fulfil its long-term potential in a low-carbon energy mix..
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REA response to Clean Air Strategy
Government have today released the Clean Air Strategy. This follows on from a draft proposal and consultation in May 2018. Whilst the REA welcome the ambitions of the Clean Air Strategy, we urge the Government to commit to strong sector specific policies and take into account contemporary evidence on the role of bioenergy in meeting carbon targets. The REA urge the Government to focus on alternative courses of action to improve urban air quality through the uptake of electric vehicles and renewable transport fuels.
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REA comments on the Government’s response to the BEIS Committee EV inquiry
Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Committee have published the Government’s response to their report, ‘Electric vehicles: driving the transition’. The response follows on from the publication of the report in October 2018 which called for an early ban on new petrol and diesel car sales and more action on interoperability. The REA welcomes the Government’s commitment to becoming one of the world’s best charging networks bur urges action on interoperability and standardisation of charge point payments, consumer protection and the grid.
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Flexibility Solutions for High-Renewable Energy Systems
Flexibility Solutions for High-Renewable Energy Systems
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Concern over lack of support for renewable energy industry in Autumn Budget
The Autumn Budget is a missed opportunity for the Government to show their support to the renewable energy deployment and clean growth.
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BEIS Committee EV report rightly calls for focus on deployment
Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy Committee releases their report ‘Electric vehicles: driving the transition’
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REA announces partnership with ITT Hub event in 2020
Renewable Energy Association joins the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership in backing ITT Hub 2020 event.
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Government announces reduction in Plug-In-Car Grant
The Government have announced their plans to change the current structure of their Plug-In-Car Grant in line with the increased uptake of electric vehicles. The new structure will see the grant rate for Category 1 vehicles reduced from £4,500 to £3,500 with Category 2 and 3 vehicles no longer eligible for the grant.
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Welsh Government Consultation – Achieving our low-carbon pathway to 2030
REA response to Welsh Government Consultation – Achieving our low-carbon pathway to 2030
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Record electricity generation for renewables as coal hits record low
Government data, released today in the quarterly publication ‘Energy Trends’, revealed that renewables share of electricity generation reached a record high of 31.7% in the second quarter of 2018. As renewable electricity’s share of generation increased, coal’s share hit a record low of 1.6%.
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REA comments on Labour conference commitment towards renewables
The REA comments on the need for continued Governmental support in order to reach climate targets and progress renewable energy use.
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“E10 petrol, consumer protection and fuel pump labelling”
REA response to E10 petrol, consumer protection and fuel pump labelling.
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EAC report highlights declining renewables investment and policy change
REA comments on Government response to Environmental Audit Committee green energy investment report.
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Government’s proposals will fail to deliver greener petrol
The REA has criticised ongoing Government delays and questioned its ability to deliver E10 following proposals published on 20th July.
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AEV Act kick-starts race to build leading national charging network
EV charging infrastructure network set to be given boost as Automated and Electric Vehicles Act receives Royal Assent
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Encouraging starting point for electric vehicles
The Road to Zero strategy is a very encouraging starting point which will address some of the most immediate challenges for electric vehicles.
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REview 2018
REview 2018
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Environmental Audit Committee consultation on the 25-year Environment Plan
REA Response to the Environmental Audit Committee consultation on the 25-year Environment Plan
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CCC’s Bioenergy Review (2018) – Call for Evidence
REA response to the CCC’s Bioenergy Review (2018) – Call for Evidence
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HGV levy consultation
REA’s RTFG response to the HGV levy consultation.