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Energy transition minerals: what are they and where will they come from?

To meet its net-zero targets, the UK needs a transition to cleaner energy and greener transport. This will require larger and more stable supplies of critical minerals. The government should also implement policies to improve mining practices, reduce demand, and increase reuse and recycling.

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How can education and skills contribute to levelling up?

Education and skills contribute to differences in earnings and opportunities across generations, both at the national level and between local authorities in England. Targeted policies can help to reduce the gaps between individuals and contribute to efforts to level up the UK economy.

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Some economists have been at the forefront of debates about policies to combat global warming. Research over the past three decades has explored issues around the likely effects of climate change; when to take action; and how to achieve efficient reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.

Energy & climate change

How are climate change policies affecting firms’ competitiveness?

Policies to tackle climate change can impose costs on firms, especially those with high emissions of greenhouse gases, potentially reducing their competitiveness in global markets. Such measures can also encourage innovation and provide opportunities for growth.

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An approach to data that is based on accuracy, openness, and transparency is a critical ingredient for both economic research and effective policy design. Here at the Economics Observatory, we want to keep learning, improving and innovating in the way we present our data.

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