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SBTi ‘will not shy away from debate’ over corporate carbon credit use
…has caused” and that no standards had been changed, and wouldn’t be without public consultation. Potential changes are set to come about through work to update the Net-Zero Standard, which…
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…
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…
Sage sets 1.5C science-based targets as Kier gets net-zero validation
…related news, Kier Highways Ltd has had new emissions goals verified by the SBTi as 1.5C-aligned through to 2030 and aligned with the initiative’s Net-Zero Standard in the longer term….
Hospitality firms lay out five-year plan to become net-positive
A coalition of businesses in the hospitality sector has outlined a new five-year programme to “go beyond” net-zero by creating a Net-Positive Pathway that gives back more than it takes…
NGOs call on ‘flawed’ SBTi to increase standards for corporate climate targets
…since setting the net-zero goal. JBS recently lost its appeal against The National Advertising Divisions (NAD) ruling to discontinue its claims to be net-zero by 2040. The NGOs are calling…
Transition Plan Taskforce unveils ‘gold standard’ climate disclosure frameworks for corporates
…how workers will be supported and the need for upskilling and reskilling addressed. It issued its first proposal for a ‘gold standard’ for net-zero transition plans six months later. The…
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…
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…
Pressing challenges: What should sustainability professionals set as their New Year’s Resolution?
…for sustainability professionals to have goals in place that act as a North Star for their actions this year. With sustainability covering so much – from net-zero goals to nature-based…
World set to add ‘record-breaking’ levels of renewables this year
…have your net-zero efforts and achievements recognised by thousands of businesses and climate experts. The Net-Zero Awards have been launched as a sister scheme to the long-running edie Awards in…
Net-Zero Awards: Winners revealed at prestigious ceremony
…Net-Zero Awards are a timely opportunity to celebrate ambitious net-zero efforts and achievements. A total of 16 categories were developed for the inaugural Net-Zero Awards. Categories range from the Energy…
Incompetent executives risk undermining net-zero delivery, sustainability professionals warn
…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…
Putting customers at the heart of net-zero transition plans
…ensure that delivering net-zero remains aligned with our customers’ interests. In summary, by placing our customers at the heart of our net zero transition plan, we can simultaneously play our…
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