The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy is consulting on a proposed business model for Industrial Carbon Capture. Consultation closes 10th June.  Following business model updates in 2020 and 2021, this consultation seeks views on the business model for Industrial Carbon Capture (ICC). It covers proposed ICC Terms and Conditions and ICC Front End Agreement .  https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/carbon-capture-usage-and-storage-ccus-industrial-carbon-capture-business-model

DEFRA is consulting on a review of the Local Air Quality Management Policy Guidance. Consultation closes 6th June. https://consult.defra.gov.uk/air-quality-and-industrial-emissions/consultation-on-the-review-of-the-local-air-qualit/.  The guidance is being revised to reflect the legislative changes introduced through the Environment Act 2021 and clarify roles and responsibilities within local government.

DEFRA is consulting on the reform of waste packaging notes. Consultation closes 21st May.  https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/packaging-waste-recycling-notes-reform  The reforms cover the packaging waste recycling note (PRN) and packaging waste export recycling note (PERN) system. This system will be established by the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations for packaging waste.