The Latest Breaking News from the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit

Cheese and butter prices could soar after heatwave hits milk production

Dairy farmers lost more than £83 million worth of milk over the summer, the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit said

The Independent UK · Sep 24

The UK food imports most at risk from ‘El Nino’ heat stress this summer

Coffee, fruit and rice are all at risk

The Independent UK · Jun 7

UK food prices set to rise 50 per cent by November as cost-of-living pressures persist

As the clock ticks toward November, UK families are bracing for an alarming 50% hike in food prices, a stark reminder of the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. Factors such as climate change, disrupted supply chains, and erratic energy prices are driving this inflationary tide, hitting essentials like pasta and olive oil…

The Times of India · May 4

Relaxing sales rules could mean there ‘aren’t enough electric cars to go round’

Think tank the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU) said this would significantly increase the cost of driving for millions of motorists.

Evening Standard · Mar 4, 2025

Renters 'face paying extra £1BILLION in energy bills' due to Government delays

The proposed energy efficiency standards would make all properties with new tenancies have an energy performance certificate (EPC) rating of at least a band C by 2025

Daily Mirror · Mar 28, 2023