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The Biden administration issues its ‘carbon management challenge’ to power-up international cooperation on carbon capture

The Biden administration issues its ‘carbon management challenge’ to power-up international cooperation on carbon capture

Turning off the tap: new research from the UN highlights a $4.5 trillion opportunity from reducing plastic waste

Turning off the tap: new research from the UN highlights a $4.5 trillion opportunity from reducing plastic waste

An increase in greenhouse gas emissions in China has ended hopes that CO2 has already peaked, but renewable installations leave analysts optimistic that one is imminent

An increase in greenhouse gas emissions in China has ended hopes that CO2 has already peaked, but renewable installations leave analysts optimistic that one is imminent

UK SMEs say their net zero awareness is high, yet data shows action is lacking- with less than half setting out a net zero plan or pathway

UK SMEs say their net zero awareness is high, yet data shows action is lacking- with less than half setting out a net zero plan or pathway

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NatWest Tracker: Half of UK households struggling with high gas and electricity prices

NatWest Tracker: Half of UK households struggling with high gas and electricity prices

Hit for six: Cricket faces dire warnings over climate crisis – what is it doing to tackle the issue?

Hit for six: Cricket faces dire warnings over climate crisis – what is it doing to tackle the issue?

ZCA tech explainer series: what are alternative fuels?

ZCA tech explainer series: what are alternative fuels?

New study finds half of UK businesses are already being impacted by climate change

New study finds half of UK businesses are already being impacted by climate change

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With social media the new battleground for climate misinformation, being informed is the most powerful defence for maintaining support for tackling the climate crisis

With social media the new battleground for climate misinformation, being informed is the most powerful defence for maintaining support for tackling the climate crisis

The challenges of recycling EV batteries, and the companies hoping to provide them with a second a life

The challenges of recycling EV batteries, and the companies hoping to provide them with a second a life

As ‘The Big One’ descended on London, those involved sang the praises of a peaceful “carnival” like atmosphere, but with demands unanswered, what’s next for climate protest in the UK?

As ‘The Big One’ descended on London, those involved sang the praises of a peaceful “carnival” like atmosphere, but with demands unanswered, what’s next for climate protest in the UK?

A cleaner, greener, hybrid future? New research finds hybrid working can offer a green alternative to the traditional commute

A cleaner, greener, hybrid future? New research finds hybrid working can offer a green alternative to the traditional commute

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Contracts for Difference have seen success in driving down the price of renewables, could proposed reforms see them enable further achievements in the sector?

Contracts for Difference have seen success in driving down the price of renewables, could proposed reforms see them enable further achievements in the sector?

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With a major bankroller of India’s net zero targets facing financial strain, are the nation’s green goals at risk?

With a major bankroller of India’s net zero targets facing financial strain, are the nation’s green goals at risk?

Recent research shows that pressure from increased energy bills has led consumers to take green actions. ZCA has analysed the potential household carbon reductions of such consumer actions.

Recent research shows that pressure from increased energy bills has led consumers to take green actions. ZCA has analysed the potential household carbon reductions of such consumer actions.

New traceability solutions aim to help reduce the textile industry’s carbon footprint

New traceability solutions aim to help reduce the textile industry’s carbon footprint

EIB report: businesses increased low-carbon investments over the past year, despite financial challenges

EIB report: businesses increased low-carbon investments over the past year, despite financial challenges

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Defra’s new ‘Plan for Water’: UK government sets out to tackle the ‘scourge of sewage pollution’ and invest in water restoration

Defra’s new ‘Plan for Water’: UK government sets out to tackle the ‘scourge of sewage pollution’ and invest in water restoration

Will a circular economy help the European textile industry reach net zero?

Will a circular economy help the European textile industry reach net zero?

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The EU’s new ‘green claims directive’ hopes to stamp out greenwashing

The EU’s new ‘green claims directive’ hopes to stamp out greenwashing

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UK launches its revamped ‘green finance strategy’ and aims to become the world’s first ‘net zero financial centre’

UK launches its revamped ‘green finance strategy’ and aims to become the world’s first ‘net zero financial centre’

Can Formula 1 really become net zero by 2030?

Can Formula 1 really become net zero by 2030?

Leading UK supermarkets join WRAP and WWF-led net zero initiative

Leading UK supermarkets join WRAP and WWF-led net zero initiative

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Themes of adaptation and inclusive action combine as CDP reports that those most in need of adaptation activities are from marginalised groups

Themes of adaptation and inclusive action combine as CDP reports that those most in need of adaptation activities are from marginalised groups

1st quarter report on ZCA’s top trends for 2023

1st quarter report on ZCA’s top trends for 2023

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IPCC gives a final warning to world leaders: act now or face significant environmental consequences

IPCC gives a final warning to world leaders: act now or face significant environmental consequences

Circularity seen as critical if the UK construction industry is to reach net zero

Circularity seen as critical if the UK construction industry is to reach net zero

A new initiative in marine shipping seeks to mobilise the collective power of the industry to provide demand signals that will accelerate innovation in zero-emission marine freight technologies

A new initiative in marine shipping seeks to mobilise the collective power of the industry to provide demand signals that will accelerate innovation in zero-emission marine freight technologies

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UK spring budget: funding for CCS, support for nuclear projects, and an extension to energy relief for households

UK spring budget: funding for CCS, support for nuclear projects, and an extension to energy relief for households

New construction projects account for 37% of energy and process-related carbon emissions. Would embracing adaptive reuse work for corporate enterprise?

New construction projects account for 37% of energy and process-related carbon emissions. Would embracing adaptive reuse work for corporate enterprise?

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IEA: 2022 saw energy-related emissions increase, yet on a much lower scale than previously feared

IEA: 2022 saw energy-related emissions increase, yet on a much lower scale than previously feared

Tech giants explore hydrogen fuel cell technology as an alternative power source for data centres

Tech giants explore hydrogen fuel cell technology as an alternative power source for data centres

Paying for net zero: PWC study finds that almost 80% of major European companies are linking executive pay to ESG metrics

Paying for net zero: PWC study finds that almost 80% of major European companies are linking executive pay to ESG metrics

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With a £2 billion underspend on heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency in the UK, what is holding back investment in heat pumps?

With a £2 billion underspend on heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency in the UK, what is holding back investment in heat pumps?

UK property leaders eager to accelerate renewable energy deployment but fear current policy interventions are not sufficient to reach government net zero deadlines

UK property leaders eager to accelerate renewable energy deployment but fear current policy interventions are not sufficient to reach government net zero deadlines

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The Royal Society’s new report questions as they look at the resource requirements and environmental impacts

The Royal Society’s new report questions as they look at the resource requirements and environmental impacts

ZCA tech explainer series: what are heat pumps?

ZCA tech explainer series: what are heat pumps?

The UK’s net zero review calls for the acceleration of ecolabelling and an expansion of its scope

The UK’s net zero review calls for the acceleration of ecolabelling and an expansion of its scope

Circular economy successes: leading UK supermarkets tackle food waste & tech retailer Currys promotes refurbished devices

Circular economy successes: leading UK supermarkets tackle food waste & tech retailer Currys promotes refurbished devices

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‘The cash isn’t there so we have to prioritise’: the Welsh government’s approach to transport infrastructure will be aimed at improving multi-modal transport beyond just private cars

February 28, 2023

‘The cash isn’t there so we have to prioritise’: the Welsh government’s approach to transport infrastructure will be aimed at improving multi-modal transport beyond just private cars

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