Ofgem sets energy efficiency funds as Utilities Bill takes shape
ENDS Report 297, October 1999, pp. 48-49
1 October 1999
The Government has promised that its Utilities Bill will provide a new framework to encourage energy efficiency in the gas and electricity markets and support renewable energy. Energy regulator Ofgem has also confirmed that it will extend electricity suppliers' energy efficiency schemes and apply similar obligations to gas suppliers - though the Energy Saving Trust and Environment Minister Michael Meacher had sought higher levels of funding.
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Further information:
- 1 The future of gas and electricity regulation - the Government's proposals for legislation; and 2 Regulatory, environmental and equal treatment appraisals
- 3 Energy efficiency: Standards of performance 2000-2002, from Ofgem, 3 Tigers Rd, Wigston, Leicestershire LE18 4UX.
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