Government Consults AMPS on Decarbonisation - Shaping Strategy to 2030.

AMPS Presents to the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero Committee

Context and Selection: AMPS was selected from over 200 organisations to be one of the expert industry advisors chosen to present their strategy to the newly formed UK Energy Security and Net Zero Committee, chaired by Bill Esterson MP. The committee, comprised of Members of Parliament and the House of Lords, is tasked with guiding government strategy on decarbonising the UK economy. Participating organisations included a mix of government bodies (e.g., Ofgem, NESO), trade bodies (Citizens Advice, BSI, BEAMA, Make UK), major energy providers (e.g., Centrica, Octopus Energy), and global manufacturers (e.g., Siemens, Hitachi). AMPS is the only trade association representing the UK's PowerGen Sector at the Committee.

Event Structure and Process: The session involved rotating presentations where representatives from each organization were given time to present their priorities, followed by a Q&A with the Committee Parliamentary members. This format allowed each table of 6 organizations to engage with MPs on diverse issues.

AMPS Objectives and Proposal: AMPS aimed to establish itself as the prominent industry voice to the ESNZ Committee. The AMPS proposal focused on expanding recognition of Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHGP) Scope 4 reporting to highlight the benefits of low-emission engines (e.g., Stage V), hybrid technology, and renewable fuels like HVO and biomethane. The goal is to support a lower-carbon, resilient future.

Outcome: Participation itself strengthens AMPS’s standing as a trusted adviser within government circles, reflecting its role as the Voice of the Power Generating Industry.