Biomass and waste to energy projects

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Biomass and Waste to Energy Projects—content

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Practice Note: The Energy White Paper—an overview [Archived], which has been archived and is no longer maintained, considers some of the key measures announced in the Energy White Paper published on 14 December 2020 by the former UK Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) (whose energy functions have since been overtaken by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)), and their expected impact on the energy sector. It also provides a comprehensive overview of all commitments announced in the paper

Project types and structures

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Practice Note: Biomass heating—technology explains the technical, environmental and economic aspects of biomass heating. It is part of a series of technology guides on renewable energy. It also covers environmental aspects, economics and costs, incentives, and technology status and diffusion. Biomass combined heat and power (CHP) technology is addressed in a separate Practice Note, see Practice

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NSTA launches consultation on new and amended service fees

The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) has launched a consultation seeking views on proposals to introduce new fees and amend existing ones for its services. In accordance with HM Treasury’s ‘Managing Public Money’ (MPM) principles, the NSTA recovers service costs, where possible, through direct fees charged to service users, ensuring only those who benefit from a service bear its costs. Fees are calculated to cover the full cost of providing services, and the NSTA is not permitted to generate any profit, in line with Chapter 6 of MPM. The consultation closes on 12 August 2025.

Ofgem launches consultation on draft SL RIGs for DCC Successor Licensee

Ofgem has launched a consultation on draft Regulatory Instructions and Guidance (SL RIGs) for the Successor Licensee of the Data Communications Company (DCC). This follows its ongoing review of the regulatory framework ahead of the expiry of the current Smart Meter Communication Licence in 2027. The consultation invites views from stakeholders in the smart metering sector, including the DCC, energy suppliers, distribution network operators, customer groups and other actual or potential users of the DCC network. The proposed SL RIGs are designed to support the implementation of Ofgem’s previously published policy conclusions regarding the process for determining the Successor Licensee’s Allowed Revenue. The draft materials comprise a set of MS Excel templates for submitting Price Control Information and accompanying guidance on completing them. Stakeholders are encouraged to respond by 15 July 2025.

EA publishes response to consultation on amine-based carbon capture EALs

The Environment Agency (EA) has published the response to its January 2025 consultation on developing Environmental Assessment Levels (EALs) for the amine-based carbon capture process. Following stakeholder feedback, the EA will proceed with publishing six of the seven proposed EALs. The EAL for aminomethylpropan-1-ol (AMP) remains under review and is currently excluded from the updated EALs. The new EAL values will be published on GOV.UK.

Ofgem approves MHHS Change Request CR061 to align milestone date with system go-live

Ofgem has approved Change Request CR061 for the Market-wide Half-Hourly Settlement (MHHS) programme. The decision moves the M10 milestone date—when central parties must be ready to accept Meter Point Administration Numbers (MPANs)—from 24 September 2025 to 22 September 2025, aligning it with the Central System go-live date. The request was submitted by the MHHS Implementation Manager.