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22 February 2012: Carbon Capture and Storage Industry Day… In his first engagement on CCS since coming to office, the new Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey today reiterated the Coalition Government's commitment to supporting carbon capture and storage. Speaking following CCS Industry Day, he s…

22 February 2012: Edward Davey comment on Ofgem announcement on liquidity reforms … 22 February 2012 Commenting on this morning's Ofgem announcement on its liquidity reforms, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said: “I welcome Ofgem's proposals and the momentum that is building behind badly–needed reforms of ou…
21 February 2012: Feed-in Tariff appeal: Application to the Supreme Court… A DECC spokesperson said: “We respectfully disagree with the Court of Appeal's decision on Feed–in Tariffs and we have today lodged an application with the Supreme Court seeking that court's permission to appeal. We are now awaiting a decision…
20 February 2012: Charles Hendry’s speech to the University of Edinburgh Business School… There are four key challenges to address for UK energy security – in the medium to long term: Declining domestic production: The UK became a net importer of gas in 2004, making us increasingly exposed to risks from rising global demand. G…
17 February 2012: Energy alliance with France brings jobs and investment… The UK and France today put the green economy and energy security at the heart of their relationship. This came as companies from both nations agreed a raft of commercial deals, and the two governments signed up to new agreements to cooperate on ener…
15 February 2012: Coryton Refinery agreement: Charles Hendry Statement… Energy Minister Charles Hendry said: “This is excellent progress for Coryton refinery. It provides the business and its employees with a period of stability, keeps the facility operational and gives the administrators time to work on a long te…
13 February 2012: New pipe works mean gas security for North Wales… 13 February 2012 Press Ref: 12/011 A vital gas pipeline providing energy security to thousands of households in North Wales is to be replaced. Energy Minister Charles Hendry has today given approval for Wales and West Utilities to construct a 22 k…
10 February 2012: Charles Hendry's speech at the Oslo Energy Forum… Good morning. I am honoured to have the chance to speak to such an influential audience. And I am delighted to be back in Norway. Our countries share a tremendous amount of history. Every year, Oslo sends a Christmas tree to London; it stands …
09 February 2012: Statement by Charles Hendry on Coryton Refinery… Energy Minister Charles Hendry today chaired a third meeting of interested parties to discuss the future of the Coryton refinery. The meeting took place at the Department of Energy and Climate Change in Central London. Local politicians, industry, un…
09 February 2012: Written ministerial statement by Edward Davey on reforming the Feed-in Tariffs (FITs) scheme… This Government is committed to promoting decentralised energy and the take–up of small–scale low–carbon technologies by the public and by communities. The Feed–in Tariffs (FITs) scheme is an important instrument in meeting that commitment, bu…
09 February 2012: Improvements to the Feed-in Tariffs scheme… The Government has today announced plans to ensure the future of the Feed–in Tariffs scheme to make it more predictable. Transparency, longevity and certainty are at the heart of the new improved scheme. The reforms will provide greater confidence t…
08 February 2012: Speech by Energy and Climate Secretary Edward Davey on the launch of the Energy Efficiency Deployment Office… Thank you all for coming. It's great to be here today, to launch the Energy Efficiency Deployment Office. This is one of my first official engagements as Secretary of State. I could hardly pick a better place to get started. Not just because we're …
08 February 2012: Written ministerial statement by Charles Hendry on the agenda for the Energy Council in Brussels… In advance of the forthcoming Energy Council in Brussels on 14 February, I am writing to outline the agenda items to be discussed. The first substantive item on the agenda will be a debate on the proposal for a Regulation on guidelines for trans–Eur…
08 February 2012: Davey puts energy saving at heart of strategy… A new offensive on cutting energy waste was launched by Edward Davey today, with the creation of a dedicated team within DECC assembled to spearhead energy efficiency policy and make it more relevant to people's everyday lives. The Energy and Climat…
07 February 2012: Speech by Charles Hendry at McCloskey's Coal UK Conference… The UK coal community has seen many changes since that first Coal UK conference. Back then, in 1992, our focus was on privatisation of the electricity supply sector and the preparations for privatisation of the British Coal Corporation, both of whic…
07 February 2012: 2010 UK Greenhouse Gas Emissions Final Figures - Statistical Release… 07 February 2012 Press Ref: 12/008 Commenting on an increase in emissions in 2010, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey said: “Emissions were up in 2010 because of the exceptionally cold weather and greater use of fossil fuels. O…
06 February 2012: Going for growth means going for green… Newly–appointed Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey will hit the ground running today, joining Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg in sending a clear signal that green growth and green jobs will remain at the heart of the Coalition's strate…
03 February 2012: Edward Davey appointed Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change… Edward Davey MP has today been appointed Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change. Arriving at DECC's headquarters in London, Mr Davey said: “This is a sad day because Chris Huhne has had a real vision for a green economy and he's don…
02 February 2012: Statement by Charles Hendry on Coryton Refinery… Energy Minister Charles Hendry today chaired a meeting of interested parties to discuss the future of the Coryton refinery. The meeting took place at the Department of Energy and Climate Change in Central London. This is the second time the Energy M…
02 February 2012: Minister’s Winter Warmth Appeal… As the big freeze grips the country, pensioners and the most vulnerable are being urged to take advantage of a government grant scheme to help make homes warmer. Letters have just landed on 675,000 doormats across England to raise awareness about th…
01 February 2012: Written ministerial statement by Charles Hendry on the 27th offshore oil and gas licensing round and the strategic environmental assessment (sea) post adoption process… I am pleased to inform the House that I am today inviting applications for petroleum licences for unlicensed seaward blocks which will form the 27th round of offshore petroleum licensing. Supporting around 350,000 jobs and spending aroun…
01 February 2012: New opportunity for North Sea oil and gas exploration… 01 February 2012 Press ref: 12/004 Energy Minister Charles Hendry today announced new opportunities for UK oil and gas exploration with the launch of the 27th offshore licensing round. 2,800 blocks are being offered as the Government ensures the U…
31 January 2012: Written ministerial statement by Charles Hendry on the cost of installing underground power cables… 31 JANUARY 2012 The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) has today published a comprehensive study on the whole life costs of installing new high voltage transmission lines under the ground, under the sea and over ground. This study has …
26 January 2012: Statement on meeting on Coryton Refinery… Energy Minister Charles Hendry this afternoon chaired a meeting with a range of interested parties to discuss the future of the Coryton refinery. The meeting took place at the Department of Energy and Climate Change in Central London. Following the …
26 January 2012: Written ministerial statement by Chris Huhne on Feed-in Tariffs… 26 January 2012 As the House will be aware, the Government's proposed changes to the Feed–in Tariffs (FITs) scheme are the subject of a judicial review. Specifically, the Government has been challenged regarding its proposal to apply new tarif…
25 January 2012: Chris Huhne on Court of Appeal decision on Feed-in Tariffs… Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne said: "The Court of Appeal has upheld the High Court ruling on FITs albeit on different grounds. We disagree and are seeking permission to appeal to the Supreme Court. “We have already put …
25 January 2012: Charles Hendry speech to Wilton Park conference… 1. Introduction Thank Wilton Park for opportunity to speak. Natural gas is a critical part of the UK energy mix today and will continue to have a crucial role tomorrow, and beyond 2030. I am very conscious that just as we want security of…
23 January 2012: South West makes splash as first marine energy park… 23 January 2012 The South West has today been named as the UK's first Marine Energy Park, firmly placing the region on the international map for leadership in marine renewable energy. Climate Change Minister Greg Barker made the announcement on a v…
20 January 2012: Letter from Charles Hendry to the Daily Mail on Smart Meters 20 January 2012… The Government is determined to see consumers benefit from the introduction of smart meters and will study carefully the Public Accounts Committee report claiming the £11billion smart meter plan ‘risks fiasco' from which only the energy s…
19 January 2012: Feed-in Tariff Update … DECC has today laid before Parliament draft licence modifications which, subject to the Parliamentary process set out in the Energy Act 2008, makes provision for a reduced tariff rate (from 1 April 2012 onwards) for new solar PV installations with an…
19 January 2012: Written Ministerial Statement on Solar PV Feed-in Tariffs… 19 January 2012 On 31 October 2011, the Government published a consultation on Feed–in Tariffs (FITs) for solar photovoltaics (PV). This was in response to a substantial increase in deployment of PV, prompted by falling prices, with levels at nearly…
16 January 2012: Secretary of State comment on E.ON price cut announcement… quot;We have now seen seven suppliers announce energy price cuts, which is really good news for hard–pressed households struggling with energy bills. We saw big energy price increases last year when suppliers passed on the rising international cost …
16 January 2012: £4 million boost for 82 local energy schemes … Press Ref: 12/002 16 January 2012 Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne today announced the first 82 local energy projects to win funding from the new £10m Local Energy Assessment Fund. Winning bids include opening show homes to de…
13 January 2012: Statement by DECC spokesperson on FITs case… 13 January 2012 "The Court of Appeal has not yet decided whether to give permission for an appeal or made a judgement on the FITs case. The Court will wrap up the decision on permission for an appeal and a possible judgement if an appeal is all…
12 January 2012: Greg Barker key note speech at launch of Green Deal Skills Alliance… I'd like to thank the Green Deal Skills Alliance for inviting me to this event, which formally launches their partnership to help deliver the skills needed to support the Coalition's Green Deal programme. I know I don't have to tell this audience th…
11 January 2012: Chris Huhne comment on EDF domestic gas price announcement… 11 January 2011 “Households have faced real difficulties this winter after last year's global gas prices pushed up bills. The situation is now changing, with the cost of gas imports falling, and I welcome that EDF have today responded, j…
06 January 2012: Heat scheme hots up… Press Ref: 2012/001 06 January 2012 Umbrella company and holiday cottages are first two successful applicants to low carbon heating incentive Umbrella supplier Booth Brothers in Sheffield entered the history books today by becoming one of the firs…
04 January 2012: Feed-in tariff appeal: Statement by DECC spokesperson… On the FITs appeal, A DECC spokesperson said: “We have lodged grounds of appeal with the Court of Appeal. We hope that permission will be granted for an appeal and that we can secure a hearing as soon as possible so that we can provide clarity…
30 December 2011: Minister looks forward to "Prosperous 2012" for oil and gas industry… Press Ref: 2011/116 30 December 2011 Energy Minister Charles Hendry set out his hopes for a “prosperous 2012” in the oil and gas sector, as he awarded 46 new licences to explore for hydrocarbons in the North Sea. These awards were ma…

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Carbon Capture and Storage Industry Day… In his first engagement on CCS since coming to office, the new Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey today reiterated the Coalition Government's commitment to supporting carbon capture and storage. Speaking following CCS Industry Day, he s…

Charles Hendry's speech at the Oslo Energy Forum… Good morning. I am honoured to have the chance to speak to such an influential audience. And I am delighted to be back in Norway. Our countries share a tremendous amount of history. Every year, Oslo sends a Christmas tree to London; it stands …

Improvements to the Feed-in Tariffs scheme… The Government has today announced plans to ensure the future of the Feed–in Tariffs scheme to make it more predictable. Transparency, longevity and certainty are at the heart of the new improved scheme. The reforms will provide greater confidence t…

Going for growth means going for green… Newly–appointed Energy and Climate Change Secretary Edward Davey will hit the ground running today, joining Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg in sending a clear signal that green growth and green jobs will remain at the heart of the Coalition's strate…

Minister’s Winter Warmth Appeal… As the big freeze grips the country, pensioners and the most vulnerable are being urged to take advantage of a government grant scheme to help make homes warmer. Letters have just landed on 675,000 doormats across England to raise awareness about th…

Statement on meeting on Coryton Refinery… Energy Minister Charles Hendry this afternoon chaired a meeting with a range of interested parties to discuss the future of the Coryton refinery. The meeting took place at the Department of Energy and Climate Change in Central London. Following the …

Charles Hendry speech to Wilton Park conference… 1. Introduction Thank Wilton Park for opportunity to speak. Natural gas is a critical part of the UK energy mix today and will continue to have a crucial role tomorrow, and beyond 2030. I am very conscious that just as we want security of…

Feed-in Tariff Update … DECC has today laid before Parliament draft licence modifications which, subject to the Parliamentary process set out in the Energy Act 2008, makes provision for a reduced tariff rate (from 1 April 2012 onwards) for new solar PV installations with an…

£4 million boost for 82 local energy schemes … Press Ref: 12/002 16 January 2012 Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne today announced the first 82 local energy projects to win funding from the new £10m Local Energy Assessment Fund. Winning bids include opening show homes to de…

Statement by DECC spokesperson on FITs case… 13 January 2012 "The Court of Appeal has not yet decided whether to give permission for an appeal or made a judgement on the FITs case. The Court will wrap up the decision on permission for an appeal and a possible judgement if an appeal is all…

Heat scheme hots up… Press Ref: 2012/001 06 January 2012 Umbrella company and holiday cottages are first two successful applicants to low carbon heating incentive Umbrella supplier Booth Brothers in Sheffield entered the history books today by becoming one of the firs…

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