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Science, Spoken

The New UK Government Wants Clean Energy, Sustainable Aviation Fuel, and Public Transport Reform

Jul 18, 2024
The podcast discusses the UK government's plans for clean energy, sustainable aviation fuel, and public transport reform. Topics covered include a publicly owned clean power company, investments in green infrastructure, leveraging the Crown Estate for renewable energy, modernizing water regulation, and proposed bills for public transport reform.
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  • The UK government plans to establish a taxpayer-owned clean power company for renewable energy investments.
  • Legislation includes mandating fuel suppliers to blend sustainable aviation fuels and reforming public transport for environmental improvement.

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Plan for Publicly Owned Clean Power Company

The UK Labour government plans to establish a taxpayer-owned company named Great British Energy to invest in renewable energy. With an initial funding of £8.3 billion, the company will promote clean power initiatives like onshore wind farms and partner with the private sector to enhance renewable energy production.

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