Meghan Vaillancourt analyses the Autumn Budget commitment to invest further in Hydrogen and heat-pump heating systems.

Stephen Tromans KC and Ned Helme consider the “Planning Reform Working Paper: Development and Nature Recovery” and how the Government’s aims of drastically increasing the rate of housebuilding and infrastructure development can proceed whilst also achieving the equally challenging commitments on net zero and ambitions for nature recovery.

Fred Groves and George Mclellan provide their views on the recent DfT consultation into phasing out petrol & diesel vehicles by 2030.

Steve Gummer and Jemima Allison provide insight into Ofgem's policy shift to move away from developing a late competition model for Offshore Transmission Owners.

Steve Gummer and Freddie Farrell summarise the Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, covering the steps it takes to increase 'homegrown' energy production.

Rohini Vekaria considers the role of Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRS).

In this paper Alex Goodman KC considers two cases about the role planning, and specifically local energy efficiency standards, can play in tackling climate change.

A recent challenge to the Government’s climate change adaptation programme failed – yet, it signalled key climate litigation trends. Ryan Kohli explains why.

Izindi Visagie looks at the issues for planning and planning enforcement teams when it comes to enforcing the Biodiversity Net Gain regime.

The High Court has recognised a higher standard of scrutiny for environmental judicial review. Sam Fowles analyses the ruling.

Ned Helme looks at a High Court judge’s recent guidance to decision-makers on weighing biodiversity net gain improvements.

Steve Gummer and Steve Cirell rate the new government and its approach to environmental challenges and policy.

Steve Gummer discusses the upcoming focuses of his 'Green Steves' programme, the first of which is solar energy.

Join the Green Steves in this insightful episode featuring Steve Gummer guest expert Manon Derelle, a seasoned professional in energy markets with over a decade of consulting experience.

The High Court has dismissed the first challenge to an Inspector’s decision which refused planning permission for a development on grounds of water neutrality. Matt Lewin explains why.

How do you deliver major solar installations?

In a ground-breaking decision handed down last week, the Supreme Court has ruled that the grant of planning permission for oil production in Surrey was unlawful for failing to assess the ‘downstream’ greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions that will inevitably arise from the combustion of the fuel, following refinement of the crude oil. Barristers at Cornerstone Barristers analyse the ruling.

How can local nature recovery strategies contribute to nature recovery and what are local authorities required to do? Helen Gill explains.

What risks and opportunities does climate change present for coastal towns and cities? Chris Kerr explains.

Steve Gummer looks at the opportunities that solar farms offer local authorities.