Net zero committee launches energy cost inquiries

reNews24 Jul 2026Macro
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The inquiry will examine the link between high UK energy costs, decarbonisation and economic growth, alongside a parallel inquiry into delivery of the Warm Homes Plan and the forthcoming Warm Homes Agency. Both inquiries are open for stakeholder evidence until 18 September, with the committee citing gaps in government strategy for driving private-sector decarbonisation and piecemeal energy cost support as deterrents to investment and growth.