The Energy Act 2013 is a significant piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that was enacted to further the government’s objectives of maintaining a secure energy supply, increasing low-carbon electricity generation, and improving energy efficiency. The Act introduced a number of substantial reforms aimed at the electricity market, the management of radioactive waste, and other key energy-related issues.
The Energy Act 2013 established the legislative framework necessary for the implementation of the Electricity Market Reform (EMR), a critical component of the UK's strategy to transition to a low-carbon energy system. The Act was designed to attract investment and enable the development of diverse energy sources, including renewables, nuclear, and carbon capture and storage technologies.
The Energy Act 2013 represents a comprehensive effort to modernise and adapt the UK’s energy infrastructure and markets to the challenges of the 21st century, emphasising sustainability, security, and affordability. Its wide-ranging provisions have significant implications for the structure, regulation, and future development of the energy sector in the UK.
