Defining the challenges for a low carbon future
The Energy Institute has published its 2017 Energy Barometer, presenting the views of UK energy professionals on the effectiveness of measures to reach emissions targets and transition energy supplies to sustainable sources. So what did the survey find? Looking at what measures the government should prioritise to reach emissions targets, 64% of respondents said energy efficiency, 62% supported increased emphasis on renewable energy and 60% supported emerging technology research and innovation. But there was less enthusiasm for decarbonising transport (38%) and nuclear energy (34%). Having said that, when asked what effect UK energy policy had had on various areas, a majority of respondents thought that government support for nuclear energy had had a positive effect.
