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CCC: UK’s progress towards net-zero ‘worryingly slow’ despite deluge of policy promises
…a “low-regret” option, the CCC concludes. edie has published an in-depth explanation of the CCC’s conclusions and recommendations for each sector. CCC reports cover industries including manufacturing, agriculture, energy, buildings…
Creating sustainable habits through products focused on performance
…across the full life cycle of its products (packaging, manufacturing, production, supply chains). For example, it recently introduced Fairy Max Power Carton Refill. edie recently travelled to Geneva, where P&G…
UK’s waste policy delays ‘discouraging businesses from making vital investments’
…produce most benefit over the long-term.” A Defra spokesperson told edie that more updates will be provided on long-term plans “shortly”. Cost inefficiencies Defra gets some credit from the NAO…
COP28 director-general: Business involvement in summit crucial to keep 1.5C alive
Speaking exclusively to edie, H.E Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi addressed concerns that the private sector is becoming too involved in the UN climate COP process, to the point that corporate…
Three in four tax managers not properly involved in their company’s ESG efforts
That was one of the key findings from a new survey of 500 decision-makers on tax strategy at large British companies, conducted by KPMG and seen exclusively by edie. As…
UK ‘must cut pesticide use to tackle climate crisis’
…true extent of the negative impact of pesticides on bees and other pollinators. Government response edie reached out to the Department for Food, the Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) for…
45-minute masterclass: ESOS Phase 3 compliance – Key updates for business
…Carbon Reporting (SECR) How ESOS can accelerate progress towards net-zero goals Masterclass chair Sarah George, Senior Reporter, edie Masterclass presenters: Gary Shanahan, Head of Business and Industrial Energy Efficiency, Tax…
Commission tables proposal for 30% cut in EU food waste by 2030
…Commission to “collect robust and reliable food waste data from Member States which is representative and comparable.” Paula Andrés, EURACTIV.com This article first appeared on EurActiv.com, an edie content partner…
EU’s textile waste plan ‘overlooks crucial challenges’, green groups warn
…crucial challenges at hand at a time when we need to take more immediate action,” he said. Annita Elissaiou, EurActiv.com This article first appeared on EurActiv.com, an edie content partner…
Government accused of continuing to bungle recycling and waste reporting policy
…waste last year and the consultation has now been closed for a full 12 months. A spokesperson for the Department told edie that Defra never guaranteed that a food waste…
Great British Nuclear: Government unveils competition to fund small reactors
…since April. It will today open its first round of funding to applications. Applications for grant funding open today. edie has asked for information on the timeline for grant allocation,…
Water Stewardship and Efficiency: Business Leadership and Action
…role of innovation in driving water security Speakers CHAIR: Sarah George, Deputy Editor, edie Sarah Webster, Director of Sustainable Business, Britvic Conor Linstead, Freshwater Specialist, WWF Martin Townsend, Director, BSI…
Vattenfall pauses major Norfolk offshore wind farm as costs climb higher
…added: “This demonstrates that a much greater pipeline than 50GW is needed as some projects will fall by the wayside.” edie contacted the Department for Energy Security and Net-Zero for…
Belgium blocks mega plastics plant over lack of environmental data
…business told edie: “We are obviously disappointed. We are now, in consultation with our lawyers, carefully studying the decision in order to understand it and to review our options.” It…
Infrastructure experts cast doubt over UK’s biggest energy projects including nuclear clear-up
…in England in total. edie has reached out to DESNZ for a response to the IPA report. Green projects beyond DESNZ are included in the report, which also covers key…
COP28: Science-based roadmap to 1.5C promised for food systems at climate summit
…fossil fuels in their plans. Private sector engagement COP28 director-general Majid Al Suwaidi recently told edie that the involvement of non-state actors, including businesses, at COPs, is crucial. This is…
UK Government funnels additional £170m into Sizewell C nuclear project
…been earmarked, edie understands. It will be drawn from DESNZ’s capital budgets for this year. Developer EDF estimates that the project will cost £20bn to deliver and expects around 60%…
Report: UK only has slim chances of meeting 2030 nature conservation promise
…summer break. Ministers did not take up cross-party proposals intended to beef up local nature plans or set more concrete protections in place for ancient woodland. Calls to action edie…
Britain’s new packaging EPR scheme delayed by a year
…Sutherland told edie: “As an entrepreneur, I know that one thing business need is absolute certainty before making dramatic changes within their supply chains. They also need policies that align…
Germany launches its own green taxonomy for export credits
…criteria and to exclude all other investments not only for coal and oil but also for gas.” Jonathan Packroff, EurActiv.com This article first appeared on EurActiv.com, an edie content partner…
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