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Independent review into Greenhouse Gas Removals (GGRs)

23 October 2025

Proposing MP
Rutherglen
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Energy Security and Net Zero

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the publication of an independent review into Greenhouse Gas Removals (GGRs) and its recommendations to assist the UK in meeting net zero targets.

Action Requested

The Government welcomes the report's findings and will consider the recommendations as part of their clean energy superpower mission, which aims to tackle climate change, boost energy security, protect households from price spikes, and create skilled jobs. No specific new action is proposed beyond considering the review's recommendations.

Key Facts

  • The independent Review into Greenhouse Gas Removals (GGRs) was commissioned in February.
  • Dr Alan Whitehead CBE was appointed as the independent Chair of the review.
  • The review engaged with industry and stakeholders through a call for evidence, roundtables, and parliamentary meetings.
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