role of nuclear power in the future energy mix. Over half (54%) said they would oppose the building of a new nuclear power station in their area. A majority (53%) were willing to use electric vehicles, rising to 75% if they performed as well as conventional models. This can be compared with a similar study from the 1st Annual World Environment Review, published in June 2007, which revealed that: 81% are concerned about climate change. 79% think their government should do more to tackle global warming. 73% think that the UK is too dependent on fossil fuels. 77% think that the UK is too reliant on foreign oil. 87% think that a minimum 25% of electricity should be generated from renewable energy sources. 24% think that the Government should do more to expand nuclear power. 56% are concerned about nuclear power. 76% are concerned about carbon dioxide emissions from developing countries. 61% think it appropriate for developed countries to demand restrictions on carbon dioxide emissions from developing countries. Oil and gas Oil and gas production peaked in 1999, but in 2023 licensed more oil and gas exploration was licensed. Analysis and criticism A 2016 paper argues that current UK energy policy is a contradictory mix of free market policies and government interventions, with an undue emphasis on electricity. It concludes that the government needs to develop a clearer strategy if it is to address the three goals of economic effectiveness, environmental protection, and energy security. See also UK only United Kingdom National Renewable Energy Action Plan, 2009 Climate change in the United Kingdom Energy efficiency in British housing Energy switching services in the UK List of renewable resources produced and traded by the United Kingdom Merton Rule Timeline of the UK electricity supply industry UK Energy Research Centre UK and beyond Avoiding dangerous climate change Energy policy of the European Union Energy policy of the United States Energy Saving Trust Financial incentives for photovoltaics Low Carbon Building Programme National Energy Action (NEA) The Carbon Trust References External links United Kingdom 2004 Energy Act Text of the Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Bill Government business efficiency portal 2006 Government Energy Review 2003 Government Energy White Paper: Our Energy Future – Creating a Low Carbon Economy 2003 Green Party Alternative Energy Review 2002 Government Energy Review International Energy Agency UK energy statistics UK Government Energy Statistics Critique of Government biofuels policy Planning