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ReSource Initiative: Are the world’s biggest brands meeting their plastics commitments?

December 22, 2022

ReSource Initiative: Are the world’s biggest brands meeting their plastics commitments?

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COP 15: Key takeaways from the UN biodiversity summit

December 21, 2022

COP 15: Key takeaways from the UN biodiversity summit

EU agrees on the world’s first carbon tariff targeting the importation of polluting goods

December 20, 2022

EU agrees on the world’s first carbon tariff targeting the importation of polluting goods

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The carbon footprint of the real estate sector, if not addressed, may expose it to economic risk- that is, according to industry bodies

December 16, 2022

The carbon footprint of the real estate sector, if not addressed, may expose it to economic risk- that is, according to industry bodies

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New EU legislation seeks to monitor, report and verify carbon removals, but critics say it is too ‘vague’ and open to ‘misuse’

December 14, 2022

New EU legislation seeks to monitor, report and verify carbon removals, but critics say it is too ‘vague’ and open to ‘misuse’

The Earthshot Prize: 5 award-winning innovations seeking to address the world’s toughest challenges

December 12, 2022

The Earthshot Prize: 5 award-winning innovations seeking to address the world’s toughest challenges

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As the cost-of-living bites, could tighter budgets drive a circular approach to celebrating this Christmas?

December 9, 2022

As the cost-of-living bites, could tighter budgets drive a circular approach to celebrating this Christmas?

Ahead of COP15, new data shows companies recognise the risk to biodiversity, yet the majority are not turning commitments into action

December 8, 2022

Ahead of COP15, new data shows companies recognise the risk to biodiversity, yet the majority are not turning commitments into action

In search of a hydrogen-driven acceleration towards net zero, could the phasing out of coal be at risk?

December 7, 2022

In search of a hydrogen-driven acceleration towards net zero, could the phasing out of coal be at risk?

UK government in energy efficiency drive to help combat rising fuel costs and cut electricity usage

December 5, 2022

UK government in energy efficiency drive to help combat rising fuel costs and cut electricity usage

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Research finds that barriers preventing the implementation of energy efficiency measures are costing consumers and companies £3.1 billion per year

December 2, 2022

Research finds that barriers preventing the implementation of energy efficiency measures are costing consumers and companies £3.1 billion per year

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COP27: Solutions day sees the launch of initiatives focussing on urban resilience, investment in developing nations, waste and sustainable transport

December 1, 2022

COP27: Solutions day sees the launch of initiatives focussing on urban resilience, investment in developing nations, waste and sustainable transport

WRAP’s new ‘123 pledge’ launched to coincide with COP27, aiming to combat the growing issue of food loss and waste across the globe

November 30, 2022

WRAP’s new ‘123 pledge’ launched to coincide with COP27, aiming to combat the growing issue of food loss and waste across the globe

As the world looks to Qatar as the host of the World Cup, are their claims of championing the climate overshadowing the work of more minor characters in football?

November 29, 2022

As the world looks to Qatar as the host of the World Cup, are their claims of championing the climate overshadowing the work of more minor characters in football?

COP27: Biodiversity Day at COP27 hears calls for a ‘Paris Agreement’ style commitment to protecting nature

November 24, 2022

COP27: Biodiversity Day at COP27 hears calls for a ‘Paris Agreement’ style commitment to protecting nature

Textiles industry at COP27: Leading fashion companies, including H&M and Stella McCartney, join initiative to reduce deforestation and emissions

November 23, 2022

Textiles industry at COP27: Leading fashion companies, including H&M and Stella McCartney, join initiative to reduce deforestation and emissions

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Driving renewables: Could council and privately-run car parks provide the solution for solar space requirements?

November 22, 2022

Driving renewables: Could council and privately-run car parks provide the solution for solar space requirements?

“Integrity matters”: COP 27 sees UN High-Level Expert Group seek to engender more rigid and credible net zero plans for non-state actors

November 21, 2022

“Integrity matters”: COP 27 sees UN High-Level Expert Group seek to engender more rigid and credible net zero plans for non-state actors

Why Are We Settling for Net Zero, and Not Striving for ‘Zero’?

November 18, 2022

Why Are We Settling for Net Zero, and Not Striving for ‘Zero’?

Tesco & WWF partnership calls for reductions in on-farm food waste currently estimated to account for 10% of annual emissions from UK agriculture

November 17, 2022

Tesco & WWF partnership calls for reductions in on-farm food waste currently estimated to account for 10% of annual emissions from UK agriculture

EY study finds large companies leading on sustainability action likely to exceed financial targets. Whilst separately, SMEs say they require more help from government to address their environmental challenges

November 16, 2022

EY study finds large companies leading on sustainability action likely to exceed financial targets. Whilst separately, SMEs say they require more help from government to address their environmental challenges

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The Sizewell C nuclear plant represents a fork in the road to net zero in the UK; division is rife on whether the project is the right step towards climate targets to 2030 and beyond

November 15, 2022

The Sizewell C nuclear plant represents a fork in the road to net zero in the UK; division is rife on whether the project is the right step towards climate targets to 2030 and beyond

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Finance at COP 27: with investor group GFANZ ending its UN Race to Zero partnership ahead of the conference, what climate action is the finance industry promising at this year’s event?

November 14, 2022

Finance at COP 27: with investor group GFANZ ending its UN Race to Zero partnership ahead of the conference, what climate action is the finance industry promising at this year’s event?

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COP27: the world leaders summit

November 11, 2022

COP27: the world leaders summit

Brazil’s election may represent a positive for net zero aspirations as Lula seeks to undo the increase in deforestation seen under his predecessor Bolsonaro

November 10, 2022

Brazil’s election may represent a positive for net zero aspirations as Lula seeks to undo the increase in deforestation seen under his predecessor Bolsonaro

The IEA reports that the price crisis is driving investment in renewables, energy saving, and nuclear, accelerating the energy transition

November 9, 2022

The IEA reports that the price crisis is driving investment in renewables, energy saving, and nuclear, accelerating the energy transition

The European retail sector contributes 40% of total EU emissions, but only 5% of these are in the direct control of wholesalers and retailers

November 8, 2022

The European retail sector contributes 40% of total EU emissions, but only 5% of these are in the direct control of wholesalers and retailers

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Plastic pollution could give rise to substantial liability claims against corporations, a new study finds

November 4, 2022

Plastic pollution could give rise to substantial liability claims against corporations, a new study finds

Green skills are missing as the world looks to transition towards a net zero economy

November 3, 2022

Green skills are missing as the world looks to transition towards a net zero economy

Cost of living crisis bites: with business activity stalling, SMEs plan staff energy efficiency training to cut costs

November 2, 2022

Cost of living crisis bites: with business activity stalling, SMEs plan staff energy efficiency training to cut costs

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The Zero Carbon Academy news tracker lends its insights to the build-up of COP27 and looks back at what has changed since COP26

November 1, 2022

The Zero Carbon Academy news tracker lends its insights to the build-up of COP27 and looks back at what has changed since COP26

A report from the House of Lords highlights the vital role of behavioural change in the pursuit of net zero

October 28, 2022

A report from the House of Lords highlights the vital role of behavioural change in the pursuit of net zero

Reports suggest that EU countries are considering scrapping target of 45% renewable energy by 2030

October 27, 2022

Reports suggest that EU countries are considering scrapping target of 45% renewable energy by 2030

The UK’s Climate Change Committee release a report of recommendations to ensure that voluntary carbon offsetting is robust enough to deliver on net zero goals

October 26, 2022

The UK’s Climate Change Committee release a report of recommendations to ensure that voluntary carbon offsetting is robust enough to deliver on net zero goals

Energy executives fear UK will fail to meet its 2030 renewables capacity goals

October 25, 2022

Energy executives fear UK will fail to meet its 2030 renewables capacity goals

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John Lewis Partnership wants to significantly reduce its impact on the environment, reveals its ‘plan for nature’

October 21, 2022

John Lewis Partnership wants to significantly reduce its impact on the environment, reveals its ‘plan for nature’

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193 countries commit to the UN International Civil Aviation Organisation’s long-term aspirational goal at their 41st annual assembly

October 20, 2022

193 countries commit to the UN International Civil Aviation Organisation’s long-term aspirational goal at their 41st annual assembly

As Coca-Cola gears up to sponsor COP27, how do their green credentials stack up?

October 19, 2022

As Coca-Cola gears up to sponsor COP27, how do their green credentials stack up?

Employers neglecting green pensions: 70% of employees want their retirement fund invested sustainably, yet 1 in 5 employers have never heard of ‘green pensions’

October 18, 2022

Employers neglecting green pensions: 70% of employees want their retirement fund invested sustainably, yet 1 in 5 employers have never heard of ‘green pensions’

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A new report suggests that flaws in private financial institutions’ net zero strategies can be supported by a focus on a “just transition”

October 14, 2022

A new report suggests that flaws in private financial institutions’ net zero strategies can be supported by a focus on a “just transition”