DESNZ
Government & Politics abbreviation · UK Government
| Stands for | Department for Energy Security and Net Zero |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
DESNZ stands for Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, a UK government abbreviation.
UK department created in February 2023 to oversee energy supply, energy bills, the electricity network and progress toward the legally binding target of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
Example: DESNZ launched a consultation on reforming the electricity market.
Usage notes
It took over energy and climate functions from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), which was broken up in a 2023 reorganization. Its work includes nuclear power, offshore wind auctions, home insulation schemes and the publicly owned Great British Energy company.
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