http://www.kpmg.com/_layouts/feed.aspx?xsl=1&web=/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/RSSFeeds&page=ab3f24f9-49c4-40e5-9a2d-a540da9574f0&wp=1b3f0475-f3d5-4d55-b7a2-b17533ccddaaKPMG RSS, Power and Utilities60http://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-ranked-38th-out-of-2,097-and-first-among-the-Big-Four-in-second-and-final-Carbon-Reduction-Commitment-table.aspxKPMG has been ranked 38th out of 2,097 participants, from 99th in 2011 and first among the ‘Big Four’ accountancy firms, in the second and final Carbon Reduction Commitment (“CRC”) table released today by the Environment AgencyTue, 26 Feb 2013 12:52:14 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-Water-Sector-Welcome-to-a-brave-new-world-says-KPMG‬.aspxMatt Cuchra, Partner at KPMG’s Infrastructure Advisory Group comments on the PR14 Methodology Consultation published by Ofwat this weekFri, 01 Feb 2013 13:01:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-companies-in-top-10-gold-medal-winners-for-sustainable-business.aspxUK companies rank highly in The Sustainability Yearbook 2013 gold medal-tableWed, 30 Jan 2013 11:37:07 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UN-climatec-hange-talks-could-face-a-clarity-time-bomb-says-KPMG.aspxThe wording of the last international climate agreement has left the UN process with a potential “time bomb”, according to KPMG InternationalMon, 10 Dec 2012 08:40:22 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/A-new-collaborative-report-explores-the-preparedness-of-the-accounting-profession-to-respond-to-declining-natural-capital.aspxThe report aimed at Chief Financial Officers (CFOs), accountancy professionals and business leaders investigates the concept of materiality and how it is used to identify issues for management and disclosureMon, 12 Nov 2012 13:10:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-finds-global-corporate-reporting-needs-to-top-up-on-Water-Scarcity.aspxKPMG International’s latest Sustainable Insight reveals that the majority of the world’s largest companies lack a long term water strategy. Thu, 18 Oct 2012 07:37:00 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Industrialpolicyheadingintherightdirectionbutdon’tforgetthedue-diligence,warnsKPMG.aspxStephen Cooper, UK head of manufacturing at KPMG, comments on today’s industrial strategy launched by the Government:Tue, 11 Sep 2012 13:26:16 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Survival-of-the-fittest-for-European-refineries-warns-research-from-KPMG.aspxCost issues, operational performance, environmental legislation and ageing assets are the biggest challenges for European refineries according to a poll of 190 industry insidersFri, 27 Jul 2012 12:37:26 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Releases-Essential-Business-Guide-to-Rio-+20.aspxAs governments around the world prepare to meet for the United Nations Rio+20 Earth Summit, KPMG today released a roadmap report to help businesses understand the central themes from the Summit and its potential impactsFri, 15 Jun 2012 09:10:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/green-power-2012.aspxKPMG’s annual review of M&A activity provides insight on changes and trends in the renewable energy sectorTue, 23 Oct 2012 10:30:51 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-welcomes-simplification-of-the-Carbon-Reduction-Commitment-(“CRC”)-Energy-Efficiency-Scheme.aspxSimplification proposals should reduce the administrative burden around the CRC without significant losses of CO2 emissionsMon, 28 Jan 2013 15:09:47 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/Energy-Regulation-Pamphlet.aspxA raft of new regulation is on the horizon, designed to prevent another financial crisis from happening - and it is not only financial services that will be affected.Thu, 23 Feb 2012 21:08:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/white-paper-outlines-evolutionary-changes-for-the-water-sector.aspxKPMG's view of proposals put forward in the DEFRA Water White Paper.Wed, 14 Dec 2011 12:00:20 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-appoints-Head-of-Diversified-Industrials-practice.aspxKPMG has appointed Stephen Cooper as UK Head of its Diversified Industrials practice. Stephen is an audit partner and has been with the firm for 30 years. Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:45:02 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/upstream-abstraction.aspxAs water resources become increasingly scarce in parts of the country, the need to optimise the use of existing water resources becomes more critical. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:19:03 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/new-customer-paradigm.aspxThe customer landscape is undergoing a period of significant change. Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:21:53 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/tapping-in-to-IT.aspxEfficient technology is critical to maintaining safe and effective water services. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 14:09:36 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/making-water-assets-work.aspxUK Water companies must balance the delivery of safe and secure water services against the often conflicting needs of eliminating water poverty and meeting increasingly stringent performance and environmental targets.Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:40:54 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/quantative-to-qualitative.aspxWith a new framework for regulation approaching, UK water companies will now be assessed on their ability to deliver on key outcomes such as customer satisfaction and the management of risk. Fri, 14 Oct 2011 13:09:01 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/financing-water.aspx“Maintaining England and Wales’ water system will require significant commitment of private funds, particularly in light of the capital expenditure plans for the coming years.Thu, 16 Feb 2012 10:34:31 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/KPMG-Member-Firms-Exceed-Emission-Reduction-Target.aspxSuccess of KPMG’s Global Green Initiative demonstrates commitment to reducing environmental impact—further reduction targets announced Tue, 16 Oct 2012 12:23:12 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/UK-energy-policy-must-be-affordable.aspxEconomic fundamentals underpinning the UK energy policy are in need of review, according to a report published by KPMG and the Economic Policy Centre (‘EPC’).Fri, 22 Jul 2011 07:41:56 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/rethinking-the-unaffordable.aspx“Rethinking the Unaffordable” is authored together with the Economic Policy Centre and takes an inquisitive look at the assumptions underpinning the Green Transition plan.Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:40:38 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/Low-nuclear-contribution-could-send-the-price-of-electricity-up-by-60-per-cent.aspxA mix of energy generation which has a low or no nuclear contribution could send the price of electricity generation in 2050 up 60 percentMon, 08 Oct 2012 08:47:08 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/bridging-the-gap.aspxThe challenges for today’s water sector in delivering a national strategy for tomorrow.Wed, 27 Jul 2011 08:14:57 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/NewsReleases/Pages/energy-prices-only-way-is-up.aspxMark Powell, UK head of energy consulting, KPMG, comments on the OPEC discussion on increasing supplies to dampen prices in the face of rising consumer utilities billsMon, 13 Jun 2011 12:22:52 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/KeyInfluencers.aspxWhere do Utilities customers look for guidance and advice?Fri, 10 Aug 2012 06:20:46 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/LackofTrustinUtilities.aspxIs there an environmental “band wagon” and do customers trust their providers?Fri, 10 Aug 2012 06:19:40 GMThttp://www.kpmg.com/UK/en/IssuesAndInsights/ArticlesPublications/Pages/ComparingUtilitiestoOtherResources.aspxWhat does the customer think they should pay for and how does this compare to other industries?Fri, 10 Aug 2012 06:18:39 GMT