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Expert speakers confirmed for edie’s SPARK! Net-Zero Action Workshops
…this particular event. Delegate tickets are priced at £257 each. SPARK and the Net-Zero Awards Our SPARK! Net-Zero Action Workshops event is about making that net-zero future a reality –…
Net-zero commitments ignoring calls to phase-out fossil fuels
New research from the Net-Zero Tracker published today (4 December) has warned that of the 88% of global emissions covered by intended net-zero targets, only 7% have commitments in place…
Net-zero buildings: The challenge for decarbonising estates
The launch of the UK’s revised Net-Zero Strategy in early April 2023 threw a renewed spotlight on the challenge of meeting its commitment in law under the sixth carbon budget…
Six green policy priorities for new Energy Security and Net-Zero Secretary Claire Coutinho
…for the Financial Conduct Authority and a net-zero stress test for agricultural subsidy schemes. Coutinho does not mention energy, climate, environment or net-zero on her website. Green Party MP Caroline…
Revamping BREEAM: Consulting on a new framework to help the construction industry drive net-zero
…129 recommendations which reframed the economic case for net-zero, Skidmore’s review explored how businesses can be better supported to deliver net zero, how the UK makes better use of infrastructure…
Claire Coutinho: Net-zero Minister welcomes ‘sensible adjustments’ to climate policies
…Nuclear and social housing To build on this the Net-Zero Secretary unveiled more funding initiatives to boost the UK’s approach to net-zero. The first was naming the six companies that…
Why the UK’s net-zero and levelling up visions are linked – and key to winning the general election
…‘Net-Zero Hotspots’ The report was commissioned by think-tank the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU). It describes regions where low-carbon industries have grown rapidly in recent years as ‘Net-Zero Hotspots’….
Going beyond net-zero a ‘once-in-a-generation economic opportunity’ for UK
…policies that address current clean technology barriers that push the nation beyond net-zero would deliver £70bn in annual benefits, compared to £36bn under the net-zero transition. The report, produced by…
The business guide to net-zero
…net-zero targets. Not all net-zero targets are equal however. This report will outline what steps need to be considered to create a credible net-zero target, ideally supported by science and…
AI predicts that FTSE100 firms unlikely to meet net-zero commitments
…edie’s new Net-Zero Awards. From breakthrough innovations and solutions through to industry-leading carbon reduction programmes and bold collaborative initiatives – this is THE awards scheme have your net-zero efforts and…
Untangling the mess of the UK’s net-zero policies
…this to create a divide.” “Weaponisation” of net-zero Last year, when the Conservative Government backtracked on its net-zero commitments, they cited the challenge of the cost-of-living crisis, while portraying net-zero…
‘A mixed bag on net-zero’: How did the green economy react to the Autumn Statement?
…net-zero target and responded to flagship green policy packages from other nation; such as the US Inflation Reduction Act. The Autumn Statement left those in the green economy deflated rather…
Net-Zero Awards 2023: Meet the Judges
In May, edie announced the launch of the Net-Zero Awards, specially created to recognise and reward the individuals and organisations that are spearheading the transition towards a net-zero carbon economy…
Local authority net-zero plans ‘strangled’ by Government’s inadequate funding pots
The LGA has found that more than two-thirds of UK councils are not confident of being able to deliver their net-zero targets, claiming the efforts are being “strangled” by current…
OBR: UK’s current gas reliance likely to be as costly as net-zero transition
…In contrast, the OBR’s 2021 scenario estimates the net effect on public finances that the net-zero transition would have. It found that taking early action to reach net-zero would reduce…
Why are businesses struggling to verify their science-based net-zero targets?
…reassessed its net-zero target and pushed it back from 2030 to 2040. These challenges have been even more stark for SMEs seeking to align with the Net-Zero Standard. How can…
Top UK accountancy firms secure ‘On the Road to Net-Zero’ certification
The Net-Zero Accountancy Initiative has been curated by Net-Zero Now, a carbon accounting and climate action platform. It aims to provide a sector-specific roadmap to net-zero in line with global…
Private sector launches nationwide research programme to drive UK’s net-zero agenda
…and business leaders regarding the nation’s journey towards net-zero. The Census will be active from today (1 May) until 30 June 2024. Access is available via https://netzerocensus.co.uk and is open…
Chris Packham issues legal challenge to Prime Minister over net-zero rollbacks
…Sunak’s policy changes. The Government’s Net-Zero Growth Plan was published earlier this year to build upon the unlawful Net-Zero Strategy. It featured a new Carbon Budget Delivery Plan. This sets…
UK law firms launch net-zero charter
…2025. Apply now for the edie Net-Zero Awards! Readers interested in the above article may be keen to enter edie’s new Net-Zero Awards. From breakthrough innovations and solutions through to…
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