Darren Jones MP: Climate-Related Tweets

Darren Jones is the Labour MP for Bristol North West.

We have identified 11 Parliamentary Votes Related to Climate since 2017 in which Darren Jones could have voted.

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In favour of action on climate: 9
Against: 0
Did not vote: 2

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Darren Jones's Tweets Related to Climate

We've found 238 Climate-Related Tweets by Darren Jones.

18 May 2024 A great coffee morning today at @RubyJeansCoffee in Shirehampton with constituents talking about action to tackle climate change, and local plans to deal with flooding. If you’re a constituent you can sign up to future events at https://www.darren-jones.co.uk/events https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1791842674925801556/photo/1 [Source]
28 Mar 2024 Great to be with @JeevunSandher in Loughborough to meet with innovators, start ups and academics working on the net zero transition. Our @UKLabour Green Prosperity Plan will invest in the technologies of the future and help deliver our clean power mission. https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1773334222264017276/photo/1 [Source]
03 Dec 2023 RT @Ed_Miliband: Labour’s climate leadership at COP is about cutting bills and boosting independence for Britain. Whilst Rishi Sunak trash… [Source]
19 Aug 2023 Great to meet @Airbus and @RollsRoyce apprentices in Westminster recently. Greater Bristol has a proud aerospace heritage, from the first 'planes and concord to helicopters and satellites. Our world class cluster is now facing the future: net zero electric and hydrogen flight! https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1692913793326567573/photo/1 [Source]
07 Aug 2023 RT @Keir_Starmer: My Labour government will treat the transition to net zero as a national mission, driven by what is best for working peop… [Source]
31 Jul 2023 Chopper Rishi a bit tetchy. You’d think he might be rested, given he’s flying to Scotland by private jet. Flying “the best use of my time”, says the PM. Who is trying to travel back in time to the great oil rush instead of leading the net zero future. https://twitter.com/eleanormia/status/1685906160572862465/video/1 [Source]
27 Jul 2023 Great to see the successful test flight for Bristol designed and built electric aircraft @VerticalAero. Our world leading aerospace cluster is building the future of net zero flight, inc @VerticalAero’s aerospace battery R&D centre in North Bristol. https://twitter.com/VerticalAero/status/1681567841512824832/video/1 [Source]
04 Jul 2023 At ???????? ???????? Parliamentary Assembly I asked: ???? that a new ???????????????? net zero coordination group be set up ????that we work together on AI safety rules ⚙️ that we coordinate subsidies into critical supply chains, and ???? that the ‘24 tariff on UK electric vehicles be pushed back to ‘27 https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1676261825875259392/photo/1 [Source]
03 Jul 2023 I’m away from Westminster this week, working on: ???????????????? climate change, energy and AI policy with @Europarl_EN and @EU_Commission ???????????????? semi-conductors and AI @OECD ???????????????? global AI safety rules at @ITU, AI ethics with @UNESCO and a sustainable tech transition with @UNTechEnvoy [Source]
19 Jun 2023 One of our crucial @UKLabour missions - to build a clean, renewable energy system by 2030. It’s the best route to secure, cheap and sustainable energy for everyone. A bold mission that will require all of us to pull in the right direction. https://x.com/Keir_Starmer/status/1670680310282076160/video/1 [Source]
09 May 2023 Lastly, what happened to the 'Net Zero Checkpoint' that Government is supposed to report on when deciding new policies across Whitehall? It seems to be being quietly ignored, as far as I can tell, and should be made a statutory check point in the Energy Bill. / [Source]
09 May 2023 Lastly, the Government was defeated in the Lords on three key points: (1) No new coal mines! (2) A net zero mandate for the energy regulator, Ofgem (3) Support for small scale, community owned electricity generators. [Source]
09 May 2023 In our recent @CommonsBTC report on decarbonising power generation, we said there needs to be more coordination and direction setting by the state. Competition alone won't deliver on the essential but hard to reach parts of the country that need investment. [Source]
27 Apr 2023 Thanks to everyone who’s supported our work over the past few years. We’ve worked on COP26, the energy crisis, support for customers and the big policy challenges of decarbonising our heating and electricity in the UK. Our last report, on power decarbonisation is out tomorrow. [Source]
05 Apr 2023 Great to visit @UniofExeter and @uniofplym today with @KerryMP to look at net zero research excellence across the South West. https://twitter.com/Lossky/status/1643583775018831873 [Source]
03 Apr 2023 ???? Under Labour, Bristol has the lowest Co2 footprint per capita of any major UK city. We’ve: ???? Reduced the council’s emissions by 50%. ✅ Invested £100m into low-carbon projects. ???? Secured £424m to decarbonise our energy systems. https://www.bristol247.com/news-and-features/news/landmark-renewable-energy-deal-celebrated/ [Source]
20 Mar 2023 RT @RachelReevesMP: NEW: Findings from @IPCC_CH today show we must act now to stop climate breakdown. Yet Tory Ministers face legal action… [Source]
11 Mar 2023 We discussed trade, energy, climate change, tech and democracy. But we were also reminded by those fighting for their freedom and rights that we can’t take peace for granted. In #IWD2023 week I was particularly taken by the speakers on the role of women in peace and security. https://twitter.com/EmineDzheppar/status/1634102361051340801 [Source]
07 Feb 2023 So odd that Rishi Sunak can never actually bring himself to say the words 'Climate Change'. https://t.co/ZuWHyASoNW [Source]
06 Feb 2023 A Department for Energy and Climate Change makes sense. It’s a huge and important brief. But it needs to be given responsibility for Net Zero and given powers to enforce decarbonisation across departments. [Source]
20 Jan 2023 RT @Keir_Starmer: The Labour Party will attract global investors to drive our economy forwards. We will decarbonise the economy, create g… [Source]
31 Dec 2022 The net zero transition won’t happen on the back of greenwashing. Big energy companies need to be held to account on their fossil fuel investments and tax breaks. ???? https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1595077234922070016 [Source]
23 Dec 2022 A final ???? of ???? of the work of @CommonsBEIS during 2022! Inquiries on economic growth, net zero, jobs and more. Pre-legislative scrutiny, approval of public appointments and changes to the law, and holding ministers, regulators and business to account. And a podcast! ???? https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1605196654021312512 [Source]
22 Dec 2022 In episode five we spoke with @ChiefExecCCC of @theCCCuk @Dunne4Ludlow MP of @CommonsEAC and Baroness @kateparminter of @HLEnviroClimate about what was achieved at COP27 and what the net zero transition means in the context of a cost of living crisis. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1600747253261602816 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 Across the @HouseofCommons select committees shared the role of scrutinising the delivery of COP26. @CommonsBEIS played its role. @AlokSharma_RDG rightly received cross party praise for his work. It’s a shame the Government has deprioritised climate diplomacy. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1583460850366496768 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 The second in our series of major decarbonisation inquiries, we kicked off our @CommonsBEIS inquiry looking at how we decarbonise electricity generation and distribution. This is a huge piece of work that we’ll be finishing off in 2023. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1527646124655497216 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 Parliament was quiet about Brexit in 2022. But for trade, research, net zero and resilient supply chains our relationship with the EU should be of strategic importance. On @CommonsBEIS we played our part in continuing the discussions. Will 2023 see progress on the NI Protocol? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1491785468840529920 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 Parliament was quiet about Brexit in 2022. But for trade, research, net zero and resilient supply chains our relationship with the EU should be of strategic importance. On @CommonsBEIS we played our part in continuing the discussions. Will 2023 see progress on the NI Protocol? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1491785468840529920 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 Parliament was quiet about Brexit in 2022. But for trade, research, net zero and resilient supply chains our relationship with the EU should be of strategic importance. On @CommonsBEIS we played our part in continuing the discussions. Will 2023 see progress on the NI Protocol? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1491785468840529920 [Source]
20 Dec 2022 The first in a series of major @CommonsBEIS decarbonisation inquiries, we looked at how we can decarbonise the heating of our buildings and improve energy efficiency. This is going to keep being a big issue. Please don’t @ me again about the hydrogen v heat pump debate. I get it! https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1489182485225394178 [Source]
08 Dec 2022 This week on #CommitteeCorridor I’m joined by @ChiefExecCCC @Dunne4Ludlow and @kateparminter from @theCCCuk @CommonsEAC and @HLEnviroClimate to discuss what did and didn’t happen at #COP27 and what it means for net zero in the UK. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. ???? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1600747253261602816 [Source]
08 Dec 2022 RT @ChiefExecCCC: Really enjoyed speaking to @darrenpjones for this podcast - on where we stand on UK Net Zero, just after the close of COP… [Source]
05 Dec 2022 Government must work better with tech companies if we’re going to hit net zero and grow the economy. Great to help launch the excellent @Coadec @CCCInnovation @techUK @TechNation @SylveraCarbon report on climate tech this evening at @PUBLIC_Team. https://twitter.com/StartupCltn/status/1599844034737889281 [Source]
24 Nov 2022 High carbon emitting and fossil fuel based companies need to be investing in low carbon and renewable energy as much as possible. We need more transparency from companies getting subsidies and tax breaks. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1595814372382806017/video/1 [Source]
17 Nov 2022 The Tories once again say they’re committed to decarbonisation targets without explaining how. [Source]
04 Nov 2022 We started our @CommonsBEIS decarbonising the power sector inquiry this week. A key ask is for the Government to publish the long overdue energy national policy statement, which was last written a decade ago. https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1587773232408629249 [Source]
02 Nov 2022 The Secretary of State for 'um, permanent cups?' is now leading on COP26 questions? The Tories have given up pretending they care about climate action. [Source]
31 Oct 2022 Under review? Much like Rishi Sunak’s decision to cut the aid budget. Or his inability to even say ‘climate change’ in any of his budgets. We promised the world Britain would step up, only last year. Under review? Shame on you. https://twitter.com/SkyNewsPolitics/status/1587064846494810113 [Source]
28 Oct 2022 As the world's leaders fail to meet their climate change targets, we unfortunately have to start thinking more about our resilience to extreme weather and the consequences of global warming. In short, the United Kingdom is entirely unprepared. See our @JointCtteNSS report ???? https://twitter.com/JointCtteNSS/status/1585625215903879169 [Source]
27 Oct 2022 RT @paulwaugh: If @RishiSunak ducks his duty on climate change, the Tories will pay a heavy price. Tonight's #WaughOnPolitics is in your i… [Source]
27 Oct 2022 Rishi Sunak’s decision to demote or sack all of the British governments senior political leaders on climate change comes on the day when the UN tells us that the world is failing to implement its own climate targets. I just don’t understand it. ???? https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/oct/27/climate-crisis-un-pathway-1-5-c [Source]
27 Oct 2022 In week one, Rishi Sunak has demoted both cabinet level roles leading on climate change. COP26 President and Climate Change Minister now deemed to be a junior ministerial issue. Not a surprise from the former Chancellor who couldn’t bring himself to say ‘benefits of net zero’. https://twitter.com/jessicaelgot/status/1585650498476322818 [Source]
21 Oct 2022 RT @CommonsBEIS: On Tuesday 3pm we're hosting an evidence session with COP26 President @AlokSharma_RDG. Qs will focus on progress with com… [Source]
16 Oct 2022 Given the welcome dash for renewable energy infrastructure it’s important that the government designs a competitive windfall tax scheme. That means the GB scheme should be comparable with the EU scheme. [Source]
07 Oct 2022 Which might help to ease the energy supply crunch in about 2035, when the government has promised to have decarbonised our power system and banned petrol cars. https://twitter.com/BloombergUK/status/1578176093932093447 [Source]
06 Sep 2022 We also look forward to continuing our scrutiny of @AlokSharma_RDG and @COP26 on @CommonsBEIS, alongside our friends at @CommonsEAC. https://twitter.com/10DowningStreet/status/1567237359854288897 [Source]
25 Jul 2022 Not one of them know what our top three decarbonisation priorities are. We need to decarbonise our buildings, transport and industry. The only thing they mentioned was energy efficiency - a program the Conservatives have failed to deliver time and time again. #BBCOurNextPM [Source]
22 Jul 2022 Last November, we raised the warning flag with the Government about the urgent need to support decarbonisation of the UK steel industry. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-62262290 [Source]
18 Jul 2022 Remarkable victory for @friends_earth and others in court today. The Government’s Net Zero strategy is not detailed enough to meet Ministers statutory obligations to Parliament. A redraft is required. https://www.judiciary.uk/judgments/friends-of-the-earth-v-beis/ [Source]
15 Jul 2022 And the Tory leadership candidates are still debating the merits of Net Zero? https://t.co/YdRQ52Ky1h [Source]
29 Jun 2022 The first priority recommendation from @theCCCuk to @beisgovuk on Net Zero is - quite seriously - “explain how you will deliver net zero”. Which means the Government hasn’t, of course. What literally is the point of being in Government?! https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1542225830885064704/photo/1 [Source]
29 Jun 2022 RT @CommonsBEIS: (1/2) Our Chair @DarrenPJones comments on the Climate Change Committee’s report on the Government’s progress towards net z… [Source]
18 Jun 2022 Great to have Bristol hosting the @Comm1nrg national conference again. Given the vast scale of net zero work ahead of us - from renewable electricity generation to energy efficiency work - Government should be supporting community and cooperative energy companies more. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1538159367425597440/photo/1 [Source]
17 May 2022 RT @actionnetzero: Bristol’s @ambitionlw is a shining example of what a community can achieve when people work together. Plans include ins… [Source]
10 May 2022 We also have an interest in the UK Infrastructure Bill and it's ability to deliver net zero infrastructure, the Brexit Freedoms Bill in relation to our powers to scrutinise regulatory reform and the Economic Crime Bill re reforms at Companies House. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1456608617612840966?s=20&t=qp3ic4p0cfOcMK8481EnNg [Source]
03 Apr 2022 Britain still holds the Presidency of @COP26. We have a real opportunity to show the world that our response to the energy crisis can be based on speeding up our delivery of net zero. Let’s get it right at home and then help persuade the world to do the same. [Source]
01 Apr 2022 And great to meet with @SelwinHart on the UKs presidency of @COP26 as we hand over to the @Cop27P team in Egypt. @CommonsBEIS will continue to call on British leadership on climate action. ???????? ???????? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1509941387730558988/photo/1 [Source]
27 Mar 2022 In other news - we already have the energy white paper, the hydrogen strategy, the industrial decarbonisation strategy and the new nuclear financing laws. Oh and the update to the energy planning policy statements are delayed. Just. Get. On. With. It. ????‍♂️???? https://twitter.com/PickardJE/status/1508194382243147779 [Source]
08 Mar 2022 We also need to put our foot down on investing in renewable energy in the UK, including onshore wind and solar, as we called for only two weeks ago. https://x.com/CommonsBEIS/status/1497173783429455887?s=20&t=f7OqOLfEPHbexHmZdvm0ng [Source]
02 Mar 2022 Good news that the Government has confirmed an annual Net Zero progress report to Parliament. I've long called for an annual statement to the @HouseofCommons like on budget day. Letter from @cabinetofficeuk to @CommonsBEIS ???? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1499070004872028164/photo/1 [Source]
05 Feb 2022 Last week we launched our @CommonsBEIS inquiry on decarbonising heat. The government is failing to deliver, but if it did it’d create jobs across the country, help current workers transition to new work and help reduce energy bills. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1489219330571124743/video/1 [Source]
03 Feb 2022 Our @CommonsBEIS heat decarbonisation inquiry was done over many months and carefully considered a significant amount of evidence. It's a big report and there's more to do, but you can read the report in full here ???? https://x.com/CommonsBEIS/status/1489188162161156101?s=20&t=Gs5JzvztBkxeRtLsTC9dmA [Source]
03 Feb 2022 Crucially, the Government is off track to hit its own gas boiler targets. We've called for a heat decarbonisation sector deal to bring everyone together and for Government to put in the required support. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-10470527/Ban-gas-boilers-disarray-no-clear-date-set-MPs-warn.html [Source]
21 Jan 2022 Ministers keep refusing to publish the data which shows how each net zero policies will reduce carbon emissions, by how much, and what progress is being made. Why? https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/labour-government-business-freedom-of-information-new-scientist-b977951.html [Source]
17 Jan 2022 Important risk assessment from Government on the risk of climate change to our critical national infrastructure, something we're looking at on @JointCtteNSS at the moment. This is exactly why we shouldn't remove or delay net zero investment - it'll cost much more if we do. https://twitter.com/NatashaC/status/1483037687405809669 [Source]
06 Jan 2022 The Chancellor has always been reluctant to step up to the net zero challenge but a failure to do so now will result in a cost of living crisis for many families, more energy company failures and extra pressure on inflation and national debt repayments. [Source]
29 Dec 2021 One of my actions from @COP26 is to improve net zero delivery scrutinise both in the UK and abroad. Parliaments play a crucial role here, and @CommonsBEIS will be playing its part in 2022. It’s good to see Ministers agree delivery is key - they should publish the data to show it. https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1456608617612840966 [Source]
29 Dec 2021 At the moment, the main whole-of-government vehicle for net zero delivery is a Cabinet Office sub-committee chaired by Alok Sharma. But the main delivery department is BEIS. Enforcement of net zero policies across Government doesn’t happen. [Source]
29 Dec 2021 We’ve been looking at the delivery of the UK Net Zero Strategy and Ministers COP26 promises on ⁦@CommonsBEIS⁩ and will continue to do so next year. Government will likely need to change to deliver, but how? https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/dec/29/alok-sharma-cop26-cannot-be-bunch-of-meaningless-promises [Source]
27 Dec 2021 And if you haven’t seen the @BBCiPlayer documentary of our @UKParliament @NetZeroUK climate assembly, you can do so here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p097sbzc /end [Source]
02 Dec 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: How are parliaments around the world scrutinising their governments’ climate change policies? Our Chair @darrenpjones, to… [Source]
26 Nov 2021 Whilst we have to do everything possible to mitigate the impact of climate change, it’s clear we haven’t adapted to the changes we’re already dealing with. It’s right that’s treated as a national security issue. New inquiry from @JointCtteNSS ???? https://twitter.com/JointCtteNSS/status/1464215866153725962 [Source]
17 Nov 2021 I’ll be asking the Prime Minister questions about #COP26 and what this now means for the UK. You can tune in ???? https://t.co/sHxP0QkUvr [Source]
16 Nov 2021 RT @picture_zero: Tonight on @BBCTwo at 8pm ???? #ThePeopleVsClimateChange. Meet the ordinary Brits who took part in the historic UK Climate… [Source]
16 Nov 2021 The Government agreed to drop climate targets to get the UK-Australia Trade Deal over the line. Following #COP26, I asked the Prime Minister if he would re-open the trade deal. He didn't answer my question. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1460596090231738376/video/1 [Source]
15 Nov 2021 Tomorrow is our final @CommonsBEIS evidence session on decarbonising heat in homes, where we'll hear from @e3g @CitizensAdvice @theCCCuk and @McsCertified on the recently published Heat and Buildings Strategy. https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/365/business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-committee/news/158891/business-committee-question-experts-on-governments-heat-and-buildings-strategy/ [Source]
13 Nov 2021 One key takeaway for me personally from #COP26 is the need to improve Parliamentary scrutiny of the delivery of climate promises. We have to keep up the pressure. [Source]
12 Nov 2021 Early train back to Bristol from Glasgow. Today is the last day at #COP26. To keep 1.5 alive the last few countries complaining about phasing out fossil fuels need to step up with the rest of the world. As the welcome signs say in Glasgow: the world is looking at you. ???? ???? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1459056282145542145/photo/1 [Source]
11 Nov 2021 Great to be at the @openuk_uk #COP26 day in Glasgow, on behalf of @PICTFOR. Technology is at the heart of our net zero journey and open technology will be crucial for the world. Hats off to @AmandaBrockUK for organising such a great event and to @chris_howard for the photo. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1458927687595139077/photo/1 [Source]
10 Nov 2021 COP26 was supposed to be at the heart of the Tory’s post-Brexit “Global Britain”. Instead, the PM is having to tell the world the UK hasn’t become a “corrupt country”. https://twitter.com/Channel4News/status/1458534174948687874 [Source]
07 Nov 2021 @ClareCoyne8 @BristolDon I’d have been there but I’m still in Scotland for the climate change conference. You’re absolutely right to highlight how long it’s taking and that it’s been unacceptably slow. I’m told we’re getting closer and I’ve asked for another update which I’ll share once I have it. [Source]
07 Nov 2021 Great to be at the @BGIPU @IPUparliament #COP26 meeting in Glasgow today, and to see @AnnaMcMorrin in the chair for our first meeting with @CommonsSpeaker @LordSpeaker @IPUPresident and @BGIPU Chair Harriet Baldwin MP. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1457290611665612805/photo/1 [Source]
06 Nov 2021 Managed to pop into @ScotParl today for day two of @GLOBE_intl as part of a series of @COP26 event for Parliamentarians. Great to see @ScottishLabour’s @SarahBoyack @clairebakermsp and my old 2017 @HouseofCommons intake mate @_MWhitfield. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1457101556759900168/photo/1 [Source]
05 Nov 2021 Reminder for constituents: my regular Facebook Live Q&A will be coming live from #COP26 in Glasgow this evening from 7PM on my Facebook page ???? https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1456555587915878402 [Source]
05 Nov 2021 An inspiring event at @COP26 with @_GlobalAssembly @ClimateOutreach with voices from across the world, making the case for the public being a real part of our climate democracy, building on the great work of the UK @NetZeroUK climate assembly. #COP26 https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1456644625083641856/photo/1 [Source]
05 Nov 2021 RT @Comm1nrg: Met with @darrenpjones MP, chair of @CommonsBEIS Select Committee, currently looking at net zero implementation. #CommunityEn… [Source]
05 Nov 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: From 1430, our Chair @darrenpjones will be chairing a panel at #COP26 on the power of public engagement, showcasing the wo… [Source]
05 Nov 2021 Great to welcome so many parliamentarians to @COP26 for our @UKParliament event on the important role Parliaments play in holding Governments to account on the delivery of their climate promises, and as a channel for the public to take part in climate democracy. #COP26 https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1456608617612840966/photo/1 [Source]
05 Nov 2021 Later today, I’ll be chairing this excellent panel, helping showcase the important work @NetZeroUK undertook on behalf of @HouseofCommons on how you bring the public with you on your nations decarbonisation journey. https://twitter.com/_GlobalAssembly/status/1456506051851849733 [Source]
05 Nov 2021 Day two at @COP26. I’ll be on a panel on behalf of @CommonsBEIS with @CommonsEAC Chair Philip Dunne MP and @HLEnviroClimate and Chair @kateparminter on Parliamentary scrutiny of #COP26 pledges. Livestream ???? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1456546874090004487 [Source]
04 Nov 2021 The @CommonsBEIS team has made it to @COP26 for energy day, as part of our work scrutinising energy decarbonisation in the UK and hearing how the UKs co-presidency of #COP26 is helping countries around the world end the use of coal and move to renewable generation. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1456198086565539842/photo/1 [Source]
03 Nov 2021 We’ve heard lots of rhetoric at @COP26 and I’m rooting for all of our leaders from across the world to follow that up with real action. As @RoyalFamily HM The Queen said: politicians who lead for the next generation are the statesmen of our times. https://x.com/itvnews/status/1455282439979421710/video/1 [Source]
03 Nov 2021 At @COP26 I’ll be helping to showcase the work of our @HouseofCommons national citizens assembly on net zero - @NetZeroUK. If you haven’t already seen it, watch the documentary on @BBCiPlayer or on @BBCTwo at 8pm on Tuesday 9th November. https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p097sbzc [Source]
03 Nov 2021 Also on @CommonsBEIS we’ve started our inquiry on the delivery of net zero in the UK. Once the targets have been agreed, the delivery has to be stepped up. We’re looking at whether the Government is doing this in the best possible way. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1440240674742280201 [Source]
03 Nov 2021 We on @CommonsBEIS have been leading an inquiry on the Governments delivery of @COP26 and working alongside other @HouseofCommons committees in scrutinising @AlokSharma_RDG and his team at the @cabinetofficeuk. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1432635270600400901 [Source]
03 Nov 2021 THREAD: En route to @COP26 for our @CommonsBEIS delegation tomorrow on energy, our @UKParliament day on the role of Parliament in the net zero transition on Friday and to take part in @GLOBE_intl and @IPUparliament sessions with legislators from across the world over the weekend. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1455879392433934336/photo/1 [Source]
27 Oct 2021 More tax cuts for booze than extra funding for our kids to catch up at school. More attention on champagne tax than carbon tax. [Source]
27 Oct 2021 How many minutes have been spent on alcohol duties, compared to climate change? [Source]
27 Oct 2021 A passing reference to net zero - followed up by an announcement on making inner city flights cheaper, instead of rail fares. The Chancellor still disinterested in climate action. [Source]
20 Oct 2021 With Presidents Putin, Xi and others not coming to #COP26 it’s crucial that each country promising to reach net zero carbon emissions put their promises into law. So far, only 13 of the G20 largest emitters have done so. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1450873770407759873/video/1 [Source]
19 Oct 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones has commented today on the publication of the Government's Net Zero Strategy and Heat & Buildings… [Source]
18 Oct 2021 We have nearly finished our decarbonising heating in homes inquiry on @CommonsBEIS. We will take evidence on the Governments proposals before reporting later in the year. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1428698077272150020 [Source]
18 Oct 2021 This is the first time that the net zero transition means real change in many people’s homes. It will be a net positive for people, as well as for our planet, but a public education campaign on why this is all needed is both important and missing from this announcement. [Source]
16 Oct 2021 The Prime Minister is also the First Lord of the Treasury and should remind his Chancellor that achieving net zero is a legal requirement. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/oct/16/treasury-leak-reveals-rift-between-johnson-and-sunak-over-costs-of-zero-carbon-economy [Source]
12 Oct 2021 RT @EnvironmentAPPG: #COP26Countdown ⏳ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ days to go until @COP26 ???? Glasgow is our last best chance to prevent a climate catastroph… [Source]
11 Oct 2021 The Government has set itself welcome and necessary net zero targets but it doesn’t know how to deliver them. That’s why they keep arguing with each other in public. Keep an eye out for our @CommonsBEIS report on heating in homes in the next couple of weeks ???? https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1428698077272150020 [Source]
11 Oct 2021 This crisis is also a symptom of a lack lustre approach to industrial decarbonisation. We’ve known for years that supporting energy insensitive industries to invest in cleaner more sustainable fuels was vital. What has Government done? Announced a policy but nothing else. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1394603500970127360 [Source]
05 Oct 2021 And yet my Parliamentary Question to the International Trade Department on 9th September asking which climate change commitments have been dropped in order to get the UK/AUS FTA across the line, is still not answered... https://twitter.com/e_casalicchio/status/1445397240449744915 [Source]
19 Sep 2021 For electricity generation, we know how to do this. We need more renewable energy, a smarter energy network with more storage and - probably - sufficient nuclear for the long term. But for heating, there are lots of difficult questions to be answered. [Source]
25 Aug 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: ???? We’re holding an inquiry on net zero governance, examining the leadership which will be needed by government to deliver… [Source]
17 Aug 2021 Useful thread on today’s Hydrogen Strategy from our @CommonsBEIS specialist advisor on decarbonising heat in homes ???? https://t.co/6pnO5cg3Am [Source]
13 Aug 2021 If, as the Prime Minister has told me time and time again, this Government is really committed to net zero, then he will tell his Chancellor to pay for it. Tackling climate change isn’t a nice to have - it’s essential. Get a move on. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/aug/13/treasury-blocking-green-policies-key-to-uk-net-zero-target [Source]
12 Aug 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: We’re holding an inquiry on net zero governance, examining the leadership and co-ordination which will be needed by govern… [Source]
10 Aug 2021 RT @MarvinJRees: We were the first city to declare a #ClimateEmergency and #EcologicalEmergency @BristolCouncil has already reduced our em… [Source]
08 Aug 2021 I desperately want @COP26 to be a huge success. This isn’t about party politics or point scoring. It’s about saving the planet and avoiding unimaginable changes that will affect humankind. Climate change is hitting us now. There’s no time to lose. https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-58102953 [Source]
08 Aug 2021 Lastly, we know the British people want politicians to prioritise climate action. We know from our @NetZeroUK citizens assembly that the public expect us to make the right decisions. And we know it can be a positive transition if the Government helps in the right way. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1413022538121220104 [Source]
08 Aug 2021 As part of our ongoing inquiry on the delivery of @COP26 we on @CommonsBEIS called for a clear focus on securing the climate action plans required to deliver on the climate targets agreed at Paris. So far the world is falling short. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1367786907598528512 [Source]
07 Aug 2021 Yet another horrifying weekly example of climate change in action. Will the worlds leaders step up this November at @COP26? https://twitter.com/dinosofos/status/1423916668116418560 [Source]
04 Aug 2021 RT @MarvinJRees: ???? 70% of the UK's greenhouse gas emissions are generated by our cities. For cities and local leaders, net zero cannot be… [Source]
04 Aug 2021 Important piece from ⁦@Keir_Starmer⁩ today on climate change. The Prime Minister is missing in action, his #cop26 spokesperson is telling us to freeze our left over bread and the Chancellor is silent on how the Government plan to pay for net zero. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2021/aug/03/britain-climate-crisis-where-ambition-cop26-tories-labour-green-recovery-plan [Source]
03 Aug 2021 Are you hosting a climate change or COP26 themed event in Bristol North West this Autumn / Winter? Let us know and we’ll add it to our official programme of events on COP26 for constituents. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1422570146804158464/photo/1 [Source]
01 Aug 2021 And therein lies the problem. Market forces alone will not get us to net zero by 2050. We will fail if the state doesn’t step up. Long read on Government’s poor performance on the most important challenge facing our country and the world ???? https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/4ccb3256-f239-11eb-a52c-53a486091545?shareToken=b9a3222fd30ea4002849beac456e167a https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1421874365247934465/photo/1 [Source]
27 Jul 2021 Freezing left over bread is not going to decarbonise our buildings and heating and transport infrastructure. Time to get serious. https://twitter.com/benrileysmith/status/1419764788599607299 [Source]
22 Jul 2021 The debate on priorities for @COP26 in Westminster Hall is about to start now. I was pleased to co-sponsor this debate, but afraid I can’t take part whilst I’m waiting to speak in the @HouseofCommons. You can watch the @COP26 debate here: https://www.parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/8527b0c7-697c-4f92-8a95-b8624f324783 [Source]
21 Jul 2021 I was really looking forward to our @COP26 debate in Westminster Hall tomorrow, but it looks like my @CommonsBEIS statement on levelling up will now happen at the same time. I know my debate co-sponsors @Wera_Hobhouse and @SimonClarkeMP will manage without me! ????✊ https://twitter.com/WWF_UK_Politics/status/1417827283503620109 [Source]
20 Jul 2021 Another climate disaster for the week…maybe COP26 will be the time leaders announce much quicker action on climate change? https://twitter.com/RitaBai/status/1417473365200179203 [Source]
14 Jul 2021 RT @Politics_co_uk: WATCH: COP26: ‘Has Britain lost her credibility’? ????@darrenpjones asks whether Britain has "lost her credibility" to ch… [Source]
14 Jul 2021 RT @TheHouseMag: "The Government’s climate leadership is undermined by inadequate policies and poor implementation in many areas. "One ar… [Source]
14 Jul 2021 The UK is asking poorer nations to pay to decarbonise but the Chancellor yesterday confirmed we're cutting our aid budget. Dangerous hypocrisy from the Conservatives that risks the success of Britain's co-presidency of COP26. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1415274809269882881/video/1 [Source]
13 Jul 2021 Cutting international aid when we’re asking poorer nations at @COP26 in only a few months time to find the money to decarbonise is…well…????????‍♂️ https://twitter.com/RachelReevesMP/status/1414968617175764995 [Source]
12 Jul 2021 This is what the Climate Change Committee meant when it said the U.K. is unprepared to deal with the consequences of climate change. When will Ministers realise we need to move much more quickly on our climate action plans? https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-57805391 [Source]
09 Jul 2021 You can read our @CommonsBEIS report on @NetZeroUK and why we've called on Ministers to build net zero policies with fairness at their heart, with a proactive public engagement campaign starting now here ????https://x.com/CommonsBEIS/status/1413143334001037312?s=20 [Source]
09 Jul 2021 As we said yesterday in our @CommonsBEIS report on @NetZeroUK the Government hasn't started telling the public about the changes that will need to happen over the next decade. Ministers must fund these public education campaigns now. https://www.dailymail.co.uk/wires/reuters/article-9766839/Britain-engage-public-net-zero-climate-goals-lawmakers.html [Source]
01 Jul 2021 RT @Politics_co_uk: ????COP26: ‘Time running out’ to halt climate change ????Featuring: Damon Jones (@CA_Latest), @Rebecca_Newsom (@GreenpeaceUK… [Source]
30 Jun 2021 RT @CarbonConnectUK: Our #NetZeroDeliveryArchitecture inquiry evidence session is hearing opening remarks on business models from speakers… [Source]
28 Jun 2021 Ultimately, not least on economy wide missions as big and as important as net zero, if the Tories can’t get past the idea that the state has a role to play then we’ll all fail. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1409412024216473601/photo/1 [Source]
24 Jun 2021 We’re calling for feedback and ideas on how Government can significantly scale up its ability to deliver net zero policies as part of our new @CommonsBEIS inquiry. The deadline is 27th August, all the details here: https://committees.parliament.uk/work/1343/net-zero-governance/ https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1408069653897760779/video/1 [Source]
24 Jun 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: ???? Today we have launched a new inquiry on net zero governance. We’re going to be looking at the leadership and coordinati… [Source]
24 Jun 2021 @edhw66 @ColinM1956 @_OliviaBlake @theCCCuk @UKParliament @CommonsBEIS @SarahChampionMP @NicDakin55 @TomBlenkinsop @chp96ceh Agreed, sadly. We'll keep pushing. [Source]
24 Jun 2021 @ColinM1956 @_OliviaBlake @theCCCuk @UKParliament @CommonsBEIS @SarahChampionMP @NicDakin55 @TomBlenkinsop @edhw66 @chp96ceh We’re doing that too: https://committees.parliament.uk/work/1215/liberty-steel-and-the-future-of-the-uk-steel-industry/ [Source]
24 Jun 2021 The @theCCCuk report to @UKParliament today is a damning critique of the Government's delivery on net zero. Today, we on @CommonsBEIS have launched a new inquiry on net zero delivery. We have got to move from climate rhetoric to climate reality urgently. https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/365/business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-committee/news/156094/climate-change-how-can-the-government-get-to-net-zero/ [Source]
23 Jun 2021 Delighted to support the #TogetherForOurPlanet campaign for @COP26. We need businesses small and large to become climate leaders in every community. Find out how at http://www.businessclimatehub.org ???? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1407798865110122503/photo/1 [Source]
22 Jun 2021 Spot on from @RachelReevesMP. The Net Zero Spending Review has been held up in the Treasury for ages and it’s holding back other departments from getting on with the work that needs to be done. https://twitter.com/RachelReevesMP/status/1407305579589156864 [Source]
17 Jun 2021 This doesn’t bode well for the net zero spending review. If the Chancellor doesn’t understand or buy into the net zero target then this Government really is in trouble. Oh, and the country and the planet. ????‍♂️ https://twitter.com/GBNEWS/status/1405286563035025411 [Source]
16 Jun 2021 Important update from @theCCCuk today, warning that the U.K. is under prepared for climate risks from increased flooding to overheating. This isn’t just a risk for people and communities, it’s a risk to our economy. We need to invest now. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-57487943 [Source]
15 Jun 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Today at 10:30 we’re holding a session on the proposals of @NetZeroUK, hearing directly from participants of Climate Assem… [Source]
27 May 2021 RT @AldersgateGrp: Excellent new @GreenAllianceUK blog from @darrenpjones on progress towards decarbonising the power sector and the import… [Source]
27 May 2021 RT @GreenAllianceUK: For today's blog, @darrenpjones of @CommonsBEIS writes about decarbonising the power sector https://t.co/9aiJenL6ZN [Source]
25 May 2021 From our evidence this morning, there’s clearly a costly challenge to decarbonise but huge opportunities to improve productivity, create new jobs and make full use of “scrap” steel as part of the circular economy. [Source]
23 May 2021 Spot on from @jcollingridgeST in the @thesundaytimes today. We’ll miss our net zero targets if we just leave it to ministerial targets and free market delivery alone. We need a new partnership between the state, private finance and business. https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/9fadc8b2-bb02-11eb-88a0-2b24633e3d76?shareToken=b760606baaac2d67113228893c5508a7 [Source]
22 May 2021 @AlokSharma_RDG You’ve just written my question for me at next COP26 questions... [Source]
18 May 2021 Important report from @IEA today on how the world gets to net zero by 2050. However, the IEA says: ❌ No new fossil fuel licences, but new licences in UK North Sea Oil deal; ❌ Ban gas boilers by 2025, but UK ban only by then for new homes. https://www.iea.org/reports/net-zero-by-2050 [Source]
17 May 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Today we have published the Government’s response to our interim report on #NetZero and #COP26. ????https://t.co/dTeXLhx1xt… [Source]
16 May 2021 In our last @CommonsBEIS hearing on #COP26 Anna Brown and Josh Tregale from @_TeachtheFuture told us they hadn’t received a response from Education Secretary Gavin Williamson to 18 letters about climate change education in school. So I’ve written to him for them. Letter ???? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1394010487461978119/photo/1 [Source]
13 May 2021 I'm thrilled to see the @HouseofCommons Climate Assembly @NetZeroUK has been turned into an excellent documentary by @picture_zero and is now available on @BBCiPlayer. Check it out! https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p097sbzc/the-people-vs-climate-change [Source]
27 Apr 2021 Great job for Labour types with an interest in business, energy and climate change! ???? https://t.co/Ln0h1T60Ad [Source]
27 Apr 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Today at 10:30 we’re holding an evidence session looking at business and public engagement with #COP26 and #NetZero. We'… [Source]
22 Apr 2021 From the Energy White Paper, the Heat and Buildings Strategy, the Net Zero Strategy, the Hydrogen Strategy, the Net Zero Spending Review and more, @CommonsBEIS will ensure stakeholders across the county can engage with @UKParliament to help shape policy. https://committees.parliament.uk/committee/365/business-energy-and-industrial-strategy-committee [Source]
22 Apr 2021 All of us on @CommonsBEIS want to ensure the net zero transition for the U.K. is just and fair. We need to work together and support people in jobs and communities that will see the most change, and ensure people in lower incomes aren’t left behind. https://x.com/CommonsBEIS/status/1304000356989493249/video/1 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 Later this year, we’ll be looking at the Industrial Decarbonisation Strategy to check whether it sets the right ambitions and provides the right level of support for businesses to decarbonise, in a difficult economic period for the world economy. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1385175701981179906/photo/1 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 The @NetZeroUK climate assembly, commissioned by @CommonsBEIS and other committees, sets out a comprehensive view from the public on how to decarbonise. Nearly a year on, we’ll be checking in to see how Government has built in this important research into their policy decisions. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1384923365480280072 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 #COP26 must secure climate action plans that will deliver significant decarbonisation in the next decade, if we’re going to get anywhere near the 1.5oC cap on global warming compared to preindustrial levels. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1367786907598528512 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 Working with stakeholders and holding the Government to account on our net zero transition. We need clear metrics and accountability to show the pace of reform - not just for government but for business too. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1367797513340792833 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 In the U.K. it’s great that we’ve set bold targets to decarbonise our economy. Having set the target, we now need to focus on delivery. Transport, heating and industrial decarbonisation present major challenges but it can be done. On @CommonsBEIS we’re: https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1385175678664986627/photo/1 [Source]
22 Apr 2021 THREAD: Today is #WorldEarthDay. The U.K. as @COP26 President alongside @POTUS and other world leaders at the #LeadersClimateSummit are calling for bold and immediate action on climate change. But what does that mean? https://twitter.com/StateDept/status/1385157598861840384 [Source]
20 Apr 2021 As we've seen today from the @GreenAllianceUK net zero tracker, the UK is currently way off of its original decarbonisation targets. We have less than a decade now to deliver real climate action in the UK in order to meet our targets - lets get it done. https://x.com/GreenAllianceUK/status/1384402020149432320?s=20 [Source]
20 Apr 2021 Good news that international aviation and shipping now included in our decarbonisation targets, alongside an increased target to bring us in line with our sixth carbon budget. But, we now need to see a step change from targets to actual delivery. That's the real challenge. https://twitter.com/SciTechgovuk/status/1384490294071103496 [Source]
20 Apr 2021 Government will be publishing the net zero strategy in September. Last year, @NetZeroUK gave Ministers a steer on the public’s view of the way forward. Our inquiry on the citizens assembly will assess how Ministers have built in these recommendations into their policy decisions. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1384115136630198280 [Source]
19 Apr 2021 We need to increase our decarbonisation targets if we’re going to hit net zero with the urgency needed in the decade ahead...but...the real question is how we will deliver it. Much more policy detail needed to accompany welcome targets. https://twitter.com/FinancialTimes/status/1384242906878205952 [Source]
19 Apr 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones comments as we launch a new inquiry to follow up on the proposals of Climate Assembly UK @NetZeroU… [Source]
14 Apr 2021 At @COP26 questions in the @HouseofCommons today I asked when the UNFCCC/British Government will confirm who will physically be able to attend COP in Glasgow in November and who won't. We're still waiting for answers... https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1382322573430693889/video/1 [Source]
01 Apr 2021 We have @COP26 questions in the @HouseofCommons on the 14th April, when I’m sure we’ll be updated on the options being considered. My comment on the potential delay of @COP26: https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1377543136919105536/photo/1 [Source]
01 Apr 2021 It’s right that we prepare for a Covid secure @COP26, but our focus must be squarely on securing the climate action plans that get us towards 1.5oC. That means every national delegation being at the table on equal terms. https://news.sky.com/story/cop26-climate-change-summit-may-have-to-be-postponed-again-or-radically-changed-due-to-covid-12261820 [Source]
31 Mar 2021 RT @mtpennycook: As the hosts of #COP26, the Government must provide the leadership necessary to put the world decisively on course to deli… [Source]
29 Mar 2021 Things we know: (1) We need to be able to make steel; (2) We need to decarbonise how we make steel; (3) We want to protect steel jobs. So, Government should provide finance that is conditional on and guarantees these policy priorities. https://www.bbc.com/news/business-56554590 [Source]
25 Mar 2021 RT @CarbonConnectUK: Carbon Connect hosted the first in a series of consultation roundtables for its inquiry on a Net Zero Delivery Archite… [Source]
17 Mar 2021 We'll be considering the new Industrial Decarbonisation strategy in detail on @CommonsBEIS. I'm surprised Ministers think they can just 'expect' things from industry without really setting out 'how'. Another gap between rhetoric and reality? https://www.gov.uk/government/news/major-blueprint-to-create-green-jobs-and-slash-emissions-from-industry-schools-and-hospitals [Source]
16 Mar 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Today at 10:30 we are continuing our decarbonising heat in homes inquiry. We’re talking to: ????@vaillantgroup, @octopus_ene… [Source]
16 Mar 2021 If Russia is our main threat and the Artic Circle is opening up due to climate change, why are we sending the Navy to the Pacific? #IntegratedReview https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2021/mar/15/why-britain-is-tilting-to-the-indo-pacific-region [Source]
15 Mar 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Tomorrow, at 10:30, we are continuing our decarbonising heat in homes inquiry. We’re talking to @vaillantgroup, @octopus_… [Source]
13 Mar 2021 The links between climate change and national security are crucial. With the Artic Circle opening up and the risk of conflict over the future governance of the Antarctic, we need to build alliances now whilst also limiting global warming. [Source]
11 Mar 2021 Following our @COP26 debate in the @HouseofCommons yesterday, we’re now kicking off the first of our new COP26 Committee Q&As with @AlokSharma_RDG. Nine of our committees have come together for what we aim to be a monthly update on @COP26 progress. https://twitter.com/CommonsEAC/status/1369954296763154434 [Source]
10 Mar 2021 Our @HouseofCommons debate on @COP26 will be kicking off soon. You can watch online using the below link ???? https://t.co/sGG4Nc1CJm [Source]
10 Mar 2021 Next up, I'm leading a debate around 16:30 in the @HouseofCommons on the Government's prioritisation of @COP26. We have a huge diplomatic effort ahead us before November and the world is counting on us. You can watch live here: https://parliamentlive.tv/Event/Index/69416d0c-bcc0-428a-acb5-2cc9d08169b2 https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1369618124161552384/photo/1 [Source]
05 Mar 2021 We on @CommonsBEIS will continue our overarching inquiry on the delivery and success of #COP26. Colleagues on other committees - with interests in diplomatic capacity and green finance to aid and transport policy - will be contributing to our collective @UKParliament efforts. [Source]
05 Mar 2021 COP26 is an issue that covers many parts of Government. As @HouseofCommons committees we’ve agreed to collaborate to ensure the fullest possible scrutiny of the UKs co-presidency of @COP26. https://twitter.com/CommonsEAC/status/1367829613825654784 [Source]
05 Mar 2021 Importantly, than means the Government putting significant diplomatic resources behind the @COP26 team, ensuring wealthy nations climate aid commitments are delivered for poorer nations and ensuring #COP26 delivers the global route map to limiting global temperatures. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1367804447318016000/photo/1 [Source]
05 Mar 2021 In our @CommonsBEIS report on @COP26 today we call for a much more focussed strategy on getting countries around the world to commit to the required delivery plans to reach the Paris agreement targets. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2021/mar/05/boris-johnson-failing-on-uk-plan-to-reach-net-zero-say-mps https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1367803624500367364/photo/1 [Source]
05 Mar 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones comments as we publish our interim report on #NetZero and #COP26. Our report recommends that th… [Source]
04 Mar 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Tomorrow morning we are publishing our interim report scrutinising preparations for #COP26, the UN’s climate summit which… [Source]
03 Mar 2021 Policy wonks will be interested in this table on page 107. I thought we were expecting the net zero strategy this Spring, not next Spring? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1367247650467106819/photo/1 [Source]
03 Mar 2021 "Energy" mentioned once. "Decarbonisation" mentioned twice. £1bn cut to the Green Homes Grant scheme. What happened to the Green Industrial Revolution? Our net zero transition isn't a side show, it has to be at the heart of the show. #Budget2021 [Source]
26 Feb 2021 This is urgent. @COP26 must help and persuade each country to step up with an ambitious contribution towards the Paris Agreement target; and to get as much of the private sector economy on the race to net zero as possible. A huge diplomatic and lobbying job ahead of us. https://twitter.com/UNFCCC/status/1365290288500142091 [Source]
24 Feb 2021 Every nation on Earth needs a seat at the top table at @COP26. With Covid vaccination rates lower in developing nations, we need to do all we can to get them to Glasgow safely and ideally in person this November. My question at @HouseofCommons #COP26 questions today: https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1364571963994370051/video/1 [Source]
24 Feb 2021 RT @PRASEG: Join us for the first of our Progress Report briefings with @lorddeben - examine what the government is doing well on Net Zero,… [Source]
24 Feb 2021 First @COP26 questions in the @HouseofCommons now started. Watch ???? https://t.co/Cejqw3YiGH [Source]
19 Feb 2021 RT @COP26: The US has officially rejoined the #ParisAgreement ???????? ???? Tackling climate change is a shared endeavour. And the clock is ticking… [Source]
15 Feb 2021 Good to see @JLR_News adjusting to net zero transition and sticking with Britain. Government needs to ensure our Industrial Strategy - and its automotive sector deal - helps U.K. based companies remain competitive, including on skills/training support for workers. https://twitter.com/Petercampbell1/status/1361254935837442057 [Source]
13 Feb 2021 When Parliament returns after recess we’ll see a new event on the Order Paper: @COP26 questions. I joined @DArcyTiP on @BBCRadio4 to discuss what to expect. You can listen to the full interview here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m000s3qy https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1360592177462718467/video/1 [Source]
10 Feb 2021 Looking forward to joining the @instituteforgov at 10:45 this morning to discuss the route to net zero. https://t.co/HYQzB1300U [Source]
09 Feb 2021 Good. Although it shouldn’t have taken @theCCCuk to sort this. Ministers should collaborate better on a Government wide approach to decisions linked to our net zero target. https://twitter.com/emilygosden/status/1359154854552367115 [Source]
08 Feb 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: We're holding our first evidence session on decarbonising heat in homes tomorrow at 10:30am. The inquiry was proposed by… [Source]
05 Feb 2021 Good. There should be further support for small businesses that invest in technology, net zero and job creation. https://t.co/XKKXBK3Xi6 [Source]
05 Feb 2021 Looking forward to kicking off our decarbonising heat inquiry next week. A huge challenge for the U.K. as part of our race to net zero with lots of work to do to get there. https://twitter.com/CommonsBTC/status/1357746365502210049 [Source]
27 Jan 2021 “Climate day at the White House is jobs day at the White House”. “Climate change is a national security issue.” And now the US has joined the race to Net Zero by 2050. Brilliant. ???????? ???? https://twitter.com/POTUS/status/1354498725326901252 [Source]
25 Jan 2021 Want to get involved at @COP26 in Glasgow in November? You have to bid to take part and all the details are here: https://t.co/aaSau5rMCy [Source]
20 Jan 2021 I agree with @AlokSharma_RDG that the inauguration of President-elect Biden today is good news for @COP26. The United States rejoining the Paris Agreement is crucial to our global efforts. https://www.expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2021/01/19/biden-presidency-is-good-news-for-climate-cop26-talks-president-says/ [Source]
19 Jan 2021 If we’re really committed to stopping using coal, we need to be supporting industrial decarbonisation not opening new coal mines. These decisions can’t just be “local decisions” but part of a national strategy. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1351608994297688070/video/1 [Source]
19 Jan 2021 @anotherJon @CommonsBEIS @COP26 Coal mine! Not coal station. My fault. But my point still stands: it shouldn’t be happening. [Source]
19 Jan 2021 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our session has now started. On our first panel we’re talking to @COP26 President @AlokSharma_RDG about @GOVUK aims for… [Source]
01 Jan 2021 At home in the U.K., we genuinely have a world leading decarbonising target. That’s great, but it has to be delivered. We’ll also be leading the scrutiny of this on @CommonsBEIS starting with our first session back on the Energy White Paper. /14 [Source]
01 Jan 2021 On Climate Change, our leadership of COP26 is crucial. As we heard on @CommonsBEIS, it should be an ‘Olympic Style’ event. We will be leading the scrutiny of COP26 this year on @CommonsBEIS. https://x.com/commonsbeis/status/1344604714940456961?s=21 /12 [Source]
14 Dec 2020 Good news that the Government has finally confirmed we will have an Emissions Trading Scheme and not a Carbon Tax from Jan 1. Why it took this long to confirm it, and without giving enough time for Parliamentary scrutiny of their proposals, is beyond me. https://www.londonstockexchange.com/news-article/market-news/statement-from-hmg-nuclear-emissions-trading/14790837 [Source]
12 Dec 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: 1/ A big week for #ClimateAction @theCCCuk 6th Carbon Budget advice shows #NetZero achievable & affordable says @darren… [Source]
12 Dec 2020 RT @mtpennycook: Announcing climate targets is easy; achieving them is the hard part. With the Govt way off track for net zero, we need a s… [Source]
10 Dec 2020 Great to see @MarvinJRees at the @UK100_ #COP26Local event on local leaders driving the UK’s net zero journey. @BristolCouncil showing how city leadership can help us hit our climate targets. https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1336992521617084416/photo/1 [Source]
09 Dec 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones comments on the publication of @theCCCuk recommendations for the Sixth Carbon Budget. “The CCC’… [Source]
08 Dec 2020 Something to look forward to tomorrow...if you're that way inclined! #NetZero ???? https://t.co/UyFo7pp3X4 [Source]
07 Dec 2020 RT @Policy_Connect: Last week we hosted a fascinating discussion on how an Olympic-style delivery architecture could move forward decarboni… [Source]
04 Dec 2020 68% is a good target ahead of #COP26. But it needs to be backed up by a step change in delivery, no more delays in policy announcements and the leadership required to leverage private sector investment alongside public sector funding. https://twitter.com/FCDOGovUK/status/1334770172960378881 [Source]
29 Nov 2020 RT @KerryMP: Something from me in tomorrow’s paper. Labour urges government to include international shipping emissions in CO2 targets | Th… [Source]
27 Nov 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones says “Preparations for COP26 provides the Government with an opportunity to build on the findings… [Source]
26 Nov 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: Our Chair @darrenpjones opened today's debate on the final report from the #ClimateAssemblyUK @NetZeroUK. ????Watch the deba… [Source]
26 Nov 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: “The COP26 Presidency is an opportunity to showcase the UK’s global leadership in climate diplomacy" Our Chair @darrenpj… [Source]
26 Nov 2020 RT @CommonsBBCom: 1️⃣ The first debate is on a motion on the final report of Climate Assembly UK on the path to net zero - tabled by @darre… [Source]
25 Nov 2020 Looking forward to leading a @HouseofCommons debate tomorrow afternoon on the views of the @NetZeroUK Climate Assembly and whether the Prime Minister’s 10-point green plan matches the net zero ambitions of the British people. Tune in around 13:30ish! ???? https://x.com/NetZeroUK/status/1311956622172999682/video/1 [Source]
25 Nov 2020 No mention of a carbon tax from the Chancellor. So we’re still none the wiser about carbon pricing and emissions trading from January 1st. A continued mess. https://twitter.com/darrenpjones/status/1331228331786768386 [Source]
24 Nov 2020 We need to see less talk and more action from Ministers on tackling climate change. In his recent appearance before my Committee, the Energy Minister wasn't able to give clear answers to many questions at all (although evidenced a clear frustration with the Treasury). https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1331228331786768386/video/1 [Source]
19 Nov 2020 Thanks for coming @NetZeroNW! https://t.co/bkVH5cOh1Z [Source]
19 Nov 2020 Thrilled we managed to secure a debate on the floor of the @HouseofCommons next Thursday on the @NetZeroUK Climate Assembly report. Does the Prime Minister’s 10-point green plan match the ambitions of the British people? https://twitter.com/CommonsLeader/status/1329381922926174212 [Source]
17 Nov 2020 The Prime Minister’s 10-point green plan is welcome and starts to make progress on some important net zero priorities. There’s still a big gap on required investment but we on ⁦@CommonsBEIS⁩ will assess the detail with a focus on delivery. ???? https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/nov/17/boris-johnson-announces-10-point-green-plan-with-250000-jobs [Source]
17 Nov 2020 Ultimately, we’re expecting lots of very late net zero and energy related policies from Ministers and a commitment to set out a plan to reach our domestic decarbonisation targets ahead of COP26 (see our @CommonsBEIS inquiry on COP26). A ten point plan alone isn’t enough. / END [Source]
17 Nov 2020 Ideally, Ministers would announce what they’re up to on post-Brexit carbon trading and the threat of a carbon tax. Which they refuse to answer. Check our @CommonsBEIS inquiry on the future of emissions trading. [Source]
17 Nov 2020 On industrial decarbonisation: innovation investments in carbon capture storage and hydrogen needed but they, alone, won’t be our saving grace. What support will there be for companies to speed up their net zero transition? [Source]
27 Oct 2020 RT @ChiefExecCCC: On December 9 we publish our Sixth Carbon Budget advice. It's a biggie: advice on the transition all the way to #NetZero.… [Source]
27 Oct 2020 RT @CommonsBEIS: If you would like to submit written evidence to our inquiry on decarbonising heat in homes please tell us your views by 13… [Source]
23 Oct 2020 Rumours that the Treasury want to implement a new carbon tax, as opposed to an EU linked emissions trading scheme, is making it harder for businesses to prepare for a deal/no-deal Brexit. ???? https://x.com/darrenpjones/status/1319639422019768321/photo/1 [Source]
15 Oct 2020 RT @MarvinJRees: Chuffed to have won this award for our ambitious work towards achieving #Bristol's net-zero target and driving forward an… [Source]

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