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‘Not moving fast enough’: UK built environment sector off-track to deliver net-zero emissions
…The updated research found that between 2018 and 2022, emissions from the sector fell by 13% – below the 19% reduction required to align with the net-zero pathway. The UKGBC…
Philanthropies, businesses and governments ‘must urgently collaborate’ to close climate financing gaps
…“Our research aims to support the creation, sustenance and scaling of these partnerships by exploring where to focus their efforts and how to ensure their success. “We hope it gives…
‘Low-hanging fruit’: How UK’s high-mileage drivers hold the key to fast tracking the EV transition
This is according to a new report from the New AutoMotive, an independent British transport research organisation. According to the report, the top 25% of high-mileage drivers also cover more…
Corporates failing to uphold plastic reduction commitments
This is according to the ‘Failing Commitments’ report from Business360, a competitive intelligence firm providing research and analysis services. The analysis is based on data sourced from both the Ellen…
Report: Nearly $350bn of offshore wind projects at risk
The figure comes from a white paper from the Westwood Global Energy Group, a market research and consultancy firm. The analysis is based on approximately 380 gigawatts (GW) of pre-sanctioned…
Amazon inks clean power deal with Scottish windfarm
…In related news, new research has found that 2023 was a record-breaking year for PPA deals. PPA software and benchmarking firm Pexapark’s European PPA Market Outlook 2024 found that more…
Finance CEOs starting to prioritise long-term sustainability over short-term profits, survey finds
…positive effect in global markets without jeopardising returns, and many of the world’s biggest firms are still unsure how to navigate this shift. “However, our research shows that firms are…
Report: UK energy firms risk diverting £115bn overseas due to poor green policies
…UK’s future energy infrastructure. Firstly, it suggests revamping planning regulations to eliminate barriers and shorten the time required to launch large energy projects. Last year, research from BBC revealed that…
UK gas imports set to rise if heat pump targets weakened, study finds
…the UK’s energy security or give in to these boiler companies?” Financial implications of scaling down energy efficiency Previous research by the ECIU found that, without a transition to clean…
Landsec launches nature strategy, going beyond biodiversity net-gain requirements
…more to prepare for climate change. These cities include London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow and Cardiff. Recent research, commissioned by the Mayor of London, found that London remains unprepared in…
Procurement leaders sidelining environmental sustainability, survey finds
…procurement goals. Sedex’s chief marketing officer Maurizio Capuzzo said: “These findings are a wake-up call for any business that is serious about its social and environmental performance. “The research underscores…
Is plastic pollution a blind spot in corporate sustainability disclosures?
…not set targets for managing their plastic-related impacts, including plastic product usage and waste management practices. The research underscores that these companies are vulnerable to supply chain disruptions, waste management…
England could witness 13-fold surge in clean energy with policy support, study finds
…electricity needed to power all households in England, positioning the UK as a potential green energy superpower capable of exporting clean electricity globally. Research suggests that the UK needs to…
Clean energy sector boosted global economy by $320bn in 2023
…90% of additional global demand. Nevertheless, research indicates that despite significant growth in renewable energy production worldwide, global emissions continue to rise due to the persistent failure to address fossil…
US Presidential race and the global climate agenda: What’s at stake?
…to office. Trump has previously stated his intention to revoke the agreement if he defeats Biden in the November elections. Research shows that Trump, known for his climate denial stance,…
Solar and battery manufacturing levels aligned with net-zero trajectories
…year. This would be enough to fully charge more than 2.6 million electric vehicles (EVs). The research found that operational battery storage capacity has grown by 4.4GW in the last…
Speaker line-up confirmed for edie’s Scope 3 emissions workshops in June
A day of insight, inspiration and innovation – edie’s Scope 3 Emissions Workshops helps sustainability, energy and supply chain professionals tackle one of the most critical aspects of the net-zero…
The business guide to net-zero
…firms are now having to move back deadlines to reach net-zero emissions as a result. Indeed, net-zero targets are often aspirational, but many firms set their goals without an actual…
EU Parliament agrees on new corporate due diligence law despite right-wing pushback
…for victims and requirements for companies to remediate harm caused due to their activities. “These [aspects] will be very high on the political agenda and will not be resolved within…
edie publishes new report on how to become a net-zero business
…to misrepresentation of targets and some firms are now having to move back deadlines to reach net-zero emissions as a result. Indeed, net-zero targets are often aspirational, but many firms…
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