IEA welcomes UK efforts towards a low-carbon future

Review of UK energy policies highlights challenge of revamping nation’s energy infrastructure and boosting energy efficiency

As it seeks concrete solutions to the low-carbon investment challenge, the United Kingdom is leading by example, according to a review of UK energy policies published today by the International Energy Agency (IEA).

The report, Energy Policies of IEA Countries - United Kingdom 2012 Review, applauds the UK’s long-term vision for a low-carbon future – greenhouse gas emissions are to be reduced by 80% from 1990 to 2050 – and its achievements to date, but also sounds some notes of caution regarding the design and implementation of the policies. The review provides a number of recommendations for UK policymakers to consider.

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