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‘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…
NatWest joins UN-backed Bankers for Net-Zero initiative
…to become a net-zero producer of CO2.” The bank has partnered with Carbon Neutral Britain to offset 200% of its carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) emissions. The bank will compensate for…
Expert speakers confirmed for edie’s SPARK! Net-Zero Action Workshops
…from setting your net-zero strategy and scaling up low-carbon innovations through to delivering zero-carbon buildings and fleets backed up by engagement and behaviour change programmes. The full-day event brings sustainability…
‘A pathetic attempt to turn climate policy into a culture war’: Green economy reacts to King’s Speech
…chief executive, Low Carbon: “As a business focused on deploying large-scale renewable energy, we believe it is critical the UK has stable, long-term net-zero policies that encourage investment into renewable…
Climate target for 2040 will be EU Commission’s ‘legacy’, activists say
…keep in line with the EU’s commitments. “According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), Europe should reach net zero by 2045,” the French MEP said. Carbon removals Another key issue…
Time to deliver: The Net-Zero Carbon Action Sessions
…net-zero debate; the second will be a series of back-to-back best practice case studies; the third will focus on delivering a robust net-zero Transition Plan; and the fourth will explore…
CBI to Government: Fast-track green industrial strategy or squander £57bn
…carbon reduction programmes and bold collaborative initiatives – this is THE awards scheme have your net-zero efforts and achievements recognised by thousands of businesses and climate experts. The Net-Zero Awards…
Embracing the lasting value of decarbonised business
…Driving deep emissions cuts however requires significant upfront investment and this is where thorough planning, through a zero carbon roadmap, alongside long-term and innovative financing options, is necessary. Net zero…
MPs claim climate crisis has changed from ‘outsider issue’ to ‘mainstream’ challenge, so why are policies faltering?
Five years ago, the UK became the first major nation to set into law a target to reach net-zero emissions. Set under then Prime Minister Theresa May, the Net-Zero target…
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…
Rishi Sunak’s reported plans to weaken climate policies spells damage for the economy and businesses
…Net-Zero Growth Plan a “feeble and inadequate” measure to respond to the climate crisis. With the original Net-Zero Strategy deemed unlawful by the High Court last year, the Net-Zero Growth…
Patagonia’s campaign for the oceans and Uber’s carbon calculator: The sustainability success stories of the week
…London-based business set a 2030 net-zero commitment two years ago and, this week, has confirmed a 10% reduction in embodied carbon since 2019. To help measure embodied carbon, the business…
One-third of businesses do not have the budget to reach net-zero
A survey of more than 1,000 businesses globally, including more than 100 UK firms, from data management firm Hitachi Vantara found that 82% now have net-zero carbon goals in place….
Energy and net-zero buildings: The burning question
…and will have a role in delivering zero-carbon heat to the UK. In the race to zero carbon this supply has undergone dramatic transformation from coal and gas power station-based…
Set internal carbon price before bullishly offsetting, UKGBC urges
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today (27 June) set out new guidance on carbon offsetting on the way to net-zero. This builds on its existing advice for slashing…
National Grid: UK not preparing to scale CCS or low-carbon heat quickly enough
…Electricity System Operator (ESO) has stated that the UK could reach net-zero by 2046 – but only if it dramatically speeds up the rollout of low-carbon technologies and carbon capture….
How to navigate the carbon neutrality and net zero minefield
…carbon neutrality where both carbon avoidance offsets and carbon removal offsets could be accepted, net zero only considers carbon removal offsets. This is because, in order to be in a…
Hilton refreshes menus following carbon labelling trials
…after completing a carbon labelling exercise. The dishes were proven to be the most carbon-intense items on the menu. Carbon labelling is currently voluntary in the UK for food firms….
Interface steps back from using carbon offsets
Global carpet tile manufacturer Interface has announced a decision to stop investing in carbon offsetting projects and initiatives to prioritise direct carbon reductions and carbon storage solutions….
Why are businesses holding back on carbon offset purchases?
…are working to develop and proliferate clear, consistent offsetting frameworks for corporate carbon credit purchasers and standards to increase integrity for credit producers and traders. They include the Voluntary Carbon…
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