This policy paper was submitted to HM Treasury on 9th November 2015 in response to their consultation on Reforming the business energy efficiency tax landscape. read more »
The paper, which responds to a consultation by HM Treasury, points out that carbon taxes are more effective than energy taxes at meeting climate goals and delivering energy efficiency gains. read more »
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Drawing on a case study of a North–South partnership between non-governmental organisations (NGOs), this paper examines knowledge–power relationships in partnerships for sustainable energy.
Presentation given at the ‘LMN Assets – International Gas Conference’ – Session: Shale Gas/ Gas & the Environment, London, 3-4 November 2015
The amount of capital required to transition energy systems to low-carbon futures is very large, yet analysis of energy systems change has been curiously quiet on the role of capital markets in financing energy transitions. This is surprising given the huge role finance and investment must play in facilitating transformative change. We argue this has […]
Kate holds a NERC (UK Natural Environment Research Council) Industrial Innovation Fellowship on implementing a climate compatible Industrial Strategy for the UK. Kate is developing methods to downscale global climate assessments for local-level decision making across sectors in order to facilitate the delivery of a climate compatible Industrial Strategy. The Industrial Strategy outlines the government’s […]
Paper considers the potential of revolving funds as an innovative financing mechanism that could reduce investment requirements and enhance investment impacts.
Investment in infrastructure is recognized as a key enabler of economic prosperity, but it is also important for addressing social and environmental challenges, including climate change mitigation and addressing fuel poverty. The UK Government Strategy Investing in Britain’s Future argues that significant investment in “resilient, cost effective and sustainable energy supplies” is needed to meet […]
This policy paper outlines measures that need to be taken by EU countries in order to develop and deploy Carbon Capture and Storage technology. read more »
