Carbon Connect is an independent not-for-profit coalition, which seeks to examine the key challenges and opportunities resulting from the transition to a low carbon economy. We were launched in June 2009, by Ed Milliband MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change.

Research

Publication of 'Driving Demand: Creating Opportunities for the Commercialisation of Low Carbon Technologies'










Carbon Connect's latest report was launched in Parliamant on the 25th February.

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Current Research

Carbon Connect’s next research inquiry will examine the policy drivers in place to support low-carbon development in private sector organisations.
 
The inquiry will target three key focus areas:
 
1) Drivers – investment opportunities such as FiTs/RHI. 
2) Regulation – compliance with regulatory schemes such as the CRC.
3) Strategic Partnerships – the potential for ESCO/SPV partnerships.

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If your organisation would be interested in contributing to this research please contact thomas.moody@policyconnect.org.uk


Events

Reception with
Charles Hendry MP, Conservative Shadow Minister for Energy

February 2010


Carbon Connect’s latest evening reception took place at One Great George Street. With around 100 attendees, the event offered attendees the opportunity to hear Mr Hendry’s comments on the wide ranging issues shaping the future of the UK’s energy supply, and question him on Conservative support for businesses seeking to develop low carbon technologies.

Carbon Connect Launch with Rt Hon Ed Miliband MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change

June 2009

Carbon Connect ‘s launch event in June 2009 was held at the Atrium,  Westminster,  and attended by a wide range of senior parliamentary and industry representatives. Ed Miliband MP, Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change gave a keynote address, providing his support for the valuable  role Carbon Connect can play in supporting government engagement with industry over the low carbon agenda.

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News

Lord Oxburgh argues for energy saving gains through service-leasing.

 

An article by Lord Oxburgh examining the energy saving gains to be made through service-leasing appears in the Times. The article builds on recommendations made in the Carbon Connect report 'Driving Demand: Creating Opportunities for the Commercialisation of Low Carbon Technologies'.
 

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