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Grenfell Tower report delay as 250 expected to be criticised
High number subject to criticism adds complexity to final stages of inquiry
Scotland scraps 2030 climate target
The Scottish government has scrapped its flagship target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 75% of 1990 levels by 2030.…
Research and tech body backs hybrid heating
New report by Energy Systems Catapult calls for increased nuclear and renewable generation
Two stairs for residential high-rises
Government guidance updated to include mandatory second staircase
‘Opportunities missed’ in Future Buildings Standard proposals
Institutions call for regulation of existing buildings and embodied carbon
Energy transition goes on display at Science Museum
Exhibits include model of energy generation
National Grid reveals £58bn plan to boost power
Infrastructure will allow offshore wind output to increase to 30GW by 2030
Building control officers given more time to prove competency
Delay will allow officers to work without competency assessments until 6 July
Watered down standards will impact councils’ net zero plans
Joint letter says local authorities must be able to set energy-based targets