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UK has ‘significant’ policy and funding gaps for climate resiliency
…the UK Government of a “severe dereliction of duty” due to a lack of responsibility for improving the climate resilience of critical infrastructure like power distribution networks, transport networks and…
‘Feeble and inadequate’: Government taken to court again over net-zero plans
…‘no regrets’ policies that will also help struggling households. Measures such as making homes more energy efficient and investing in active and public transport can both reduce emissions and increase…
Commission tables proposal for 30% cut in EU food waste by 2030
…goals, international commitments, and citizens’ demands,” she added. Likewise, Green MEP Sarah Wiener noted that “the individual stages of food destruction: in primary production, transport, packaging, storage, retail and in…
How Aegon UK produced one of the UK pension sector’s first roadmaps to net-zero
…category include renewable energy generation, transport electrification, coastal protection and low-impact agriculture. There will be a focus on more local projects in the first instance due to both visibility benefits,…
Rosebank: Decision on Britain’s biggest oil and gas field reportedly delayed
…price crisis and the Russia-Ukraine war. Both Shapps and Equinor are arguing that Rosebank could reduce energy bills for customers while also avoiding the emissions related with transporting fossil fuel…
Local opposition forces relocation of UK’s hydrogen village trials
…home heating in the future. Switching to 100% hydrogen will require extensive changes to gas storage and transport networks. But blends could be used as a drop-in solution. Gas companies…
Improving the targeting of climate finance: The need for a tipping point in decision-making
…in human societies that can propel rapid decarbonisation, in areas including power, transportation, agriculture, ecosystem regeneration, international politics and public opinion. This concept could also unlock the stalemate – the…
OBR: UK’s current gas reliance likely to be as costly as net-zero transition
…electrification of sectors like transport, heating and buildings as areas where more public finance is required. The OBR warns of the risk that the UK economy “remains relatively highly dependent…
Aerospace, aviation and automation: South Yorkshire chosen as UK’s first Investment Zone
…what encourages individuals and businesses to use less energy – whether in buildings, industrial processes or transport. Mari Martiskainen, Professor of Energy and Society at the University of Sussex Business…
Disinterest in climate change at odds with businesses and voters, Rishi Sunak told
…without a modern industrial strategy focusing on clean energy and transport. The new letter today states: “As some of the UK’s largest businesses, representing sectors across the economy, we see…
Summer of sport: 5 key ways to engage fans and athletes with sustainability
…we all know that discussions need to be converted into action. The panel emphasised the importance of making more sustainable options – like walking, cycling, public transport, reusable cups and…
Decarbonising air travel: The challenge for airlines and their corporate customers
Aviation connects our globalised economy, enabling the rapid transportation of goods, facilitating face-to-face meetings, and allowing specialists to trade services internationally. However, with aviation accounting for over 2% of global…
New fast-track pathway in the works to tackle energy development bottlenecks
…the changes could impact energy storage and distribution; transport infrastructure; water infrastructure; digital connectivity programmes and more. Regarding energy generation, the Energy Security Strategy increased 2030 targets for wind, nuclear…
Germany launches its own green taxonomy for export credits
…in the future,” a spokesperson of the German Economy and Climate Ministry told EURACTIV. The new classification scheme will apply to export credits for activities in the energy and transport…
Rishi Sunak gives go-ahead for 100 North Sea oil and gas licences
…of policy Mike Childs said Rishi Sunak’s international climate credibility is “on the line”. Childs said: “His recent announcements on energy and transport look as though he is reneging on…
Chris Skidmore requests emergency debate on North Sea oil and gas as criticism for Sunak rolls in
…recent announcements on energy and transport look as though he is reneging on the UK’s commitments.” UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF) chief executive James Alexander: “Today’s announcement sends…
Earth Overshoot Day: Everything you need to know about shifting to a circular economy
…level. Ending fossil fuel dependence in daily transport and heating habits. Buying durable and reusable products; not buying more than needed and learning to repair. People in nations with strong…
Business giants named and shamed for flouting science-based targets pledges
…Board and public transport operator Translink have also been singled out. Some companies in the green economy, including UK-based Forest Carbon and Spain’s GRI Renewables, are also listed as ‘commitment…
UK Infrastructure Bank funnels £24m into Cornish Lithium
…production of a mineral which is critical to the future of EV battery production and decarbonisation of the transport sector. This model of investment is fundamental to the success of…
Where are they now? Celebrating the successes of our 30 Under 30 Class of 2019
…its senior sustainability consultant and, now, its principal sustainability consultant. She has been with the business for almost six years and has worked with clients in sectors including construction, transport…
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