Green Jobs Delivery Group meets for first time
Energy Minister Greg Hands recently co-chaired the inaugural meeting of the country’s first ever dedicated group for creating UK green job opportunities.
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Number of public charging devices has increased 33% in a year
Government figures show that since April 2021, the number of public devices has increased by 33%, and the number of rapid charging devices has increased by 29%.
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Government dismisses calls for fairer pricing at public chargepoints
The Government has recently rejected a proposal to bring VAT on electricity charged to drivers using public electric vehicle charge points into line with that charged to those charging vehicles at home.
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REA welcomes Government backing for gigafactory
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA) has welcomed the Government’s in principle offer of funding for Britishvolt’s gigafactory in Blyth, Northumberland – and has called for others to receive backing.
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Exclusive: Quentin Willson launches new fair charging campaign
Quentin Willson has officially launched a new EV and charging campaign which will lobby the government for fair charging, infrastructure and promote a wider understanding of electric cars.
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Quentin Willson column: It’s time to clean up our air
Motoring broadcaster and transport campaigner Quentin Willson highlights the need for more robust Government policy when it comes to cleaning up our air. Read his latest exclusive monthly column for Transport + Energy here.
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COP26: International call to grow EV charging ecosystem
A new report based on international examples offers a range of recommendations and policies for governments to grow an electric vehicle (EV) charging ecosystem, across four key areas.
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Autumn Budget and Spending Review 2021: Chancellor spends on transport and infrastructure
Chancellor Rishi Sunak has outlined the Government’s commitment to improve transport and infrastructure in today’s (27th October 2021) Autumn Budget and Spending Review.
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Investment in EVs sits at heart of Government’s Net Zero Strategy
The Government’s Net Zero Strategy includes the announcement of an extra £350 million to support the electrification of UK vehicles and another £620m for targeted electric vehicle grants and infrastructure, particularly local on-street residential charge points.
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REA responds to Government’s 2035 decarbonised grid pledge
The Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology’s (REA) has welcomed the Government’s commitment to decarbonise the UK’s electricity system by 2035.
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