Contributor: Luke Hatton

Economic Policies for Affordable, Secure and Clean Energy: Insights from the UK

and | 1 October 2024
Fiscal, Policy Briefs | Tags: Energy, Fossil Fuel Subsidies, Renewables, United Kingdom
Transitioning to a more affordable, secure and clean energy system is a key priority for the UK government. Elected in July 2024, the new government led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims at making the country a “clean energy superpower”. ... continue reading

Unlocking a Sustainable Energy Future: Key Insights from the UK

and | 1 October 2024
Fiscal, Blog | Tags: Decarbonization, Energy, Fossil Fuel Subsidies, Industrial Policy, Renewables, United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has made considerable strides in transforming its energy system. Since the early 1970s, the nation has reduced its primary energy consumption by one-fifth, even as its real GDP has nearly tripled. While low-carbon energy sources were once almost non-existent, they now account ... continue reading