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Energy Markets and Vulnerability
Energy Markets and Vulnerability
Post on 23rd Sep 2020
We work extensively with the industry, Ofgem, Ofwat and the Utility Regulator in Northern Ireland to ensure that the energy market works for fuel-poor households. Our campaigning has helped secure key improvements.
Nation / Region: Northern Ireland , Wales
Content Type: Article
Research, Policy, Energy Markets, Vulnerability
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The Gathering Storm: Utility debt and COVID-19
The Gathering Storm: Utility debt and COVID-19
Post on 19th Jun 2020
The COVID-19 outbreak has already had a significant impact on household finances, especially those that already struggle with the costs of essential services. But there is a bigger gathering storm. Existing debt issues within the water and energy sectors are being badly exacerbated by the current crisis, and whilst welcome, current provision is not adequate to deal with the scale of these challenges.
Nation / Region: Northern Ireland , Wales
Content Type: Publications
Energy Costs, Fuel Debt, Policy & Research, Energy Markets, COVID-19
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NEA response to Heat Networks: Building a Market Framework
NEA response to Heat Networks: Building a Market Framework
Post on 01st Jun 2020
District heating can contribute to fuel poverty reduction targets through its ability to provide stable and predictable prices for energy over an extended period of time; reduced worry for households about breakdowns or repairs; the creation of local employment opportunities and contribution to economic growth.
Nation / Region: Wales
Content Type: Publications
Energy Tariffs, Energy Costs, Consultation, Energy Markets, District Heating
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NEA response to Ofgem Policy consultation for protecting energy consumers with prepayment meters
NEA response to Ofgem Policy consultation for protecting energy consumers with prepayment meters
Post on 01st Mar 2020
It is imperative that prepayment meter (PPM) customers continue to receive protection. The CMA stated in its initial ruling of the energy market investigation that PPM customers have higher actual and perceived barriers to switching that arise from both lack of internet connectivity and the need to physically change meter to switch to a wider range of tariffs.
Nation / Region: Wales
Content Type: Research and Policy
Consumer Protection, Energy Tariffs, Ofgem, Fuel Debt, Consultation, Debt, Energy Markets, Pre-payment meters
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NEA response to the Joint BEIS and Ofgem Consultation “Flexible and Responsive Energy Retail Markets”
NEA response to the Joint BEIS and Ofgem Consultation “Flexible and Responsive Energy Retail Markets”
Post on 22nd Sep 2019
NEA believes dramatically improving domestic energy efficiency levels remains the most enduring solution to addressing energy affordability, however, we also know other key actions are required in retail energy markets to safeguard vulnerable domestic customers, particularly those living on the lowest incomes.
Nation / Region: Wales
Content Type: Publications
Ofgem, Consultation, Energy Markets, BEIS
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NEA NI response to the Utility Regulator price control for firmus energy (Supply) Ltd 2020-2022
NEA NI response to the Utility Regulator price control for firmus energy (Supply) Ltd 2020-2022
Post on 17th Jul 2019
NEA has supported the Regulator’s work to protect more low income and vulnerable customers from unexpected price rises. The efficiency and cost effectiveness of gas distribution networks play a key role in tackling fuel poverty levels and we need to redouble our efforts to move as many households as possible who are reliant on home heating oil to cleaner, greener natural gas. This also provides low income households with a more flexible and affordable monthly or pay as you go option.
Nation / Region: Northern Ireland
Content Type: Publications
Consumer Protection, Consultation, Policy, Energy Markets, Energy
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