Open consultation

Decarbonisation readiness: standard rules consultation 32

From:
Environment Agency
Published
23 October 2025

Applies to England

Summary

We want your views on our proposals to change standard rules permits to reflect the new decarbonisation readiness requirements.

This consultation is being held on another website.

This consultation closes at

Consultation description

We propose to:

  • add new conditions to some standard rules to reflect the new decarbonisation readiness requirements
  • update existing anaerobic digestion standard rules to allow carbon capture, upgrading and temporary storage for utilisation, where operators can meet the new conditions
  • withdraw standard rules set SR2009 No 4: combustion of biogas in engines at a sewage treatment works, as it is no longer required

This is your opportunity to share insights, raise concerns or highlight any unintended consequences we may not have considered. Your feedback will help us make better informed decisions and ensure proportionate, effective environmental regulation.

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Published 23 October 2025

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