Brand new species of carbon-cutting hardwood trees to be planted in the UK
Carbon Plantations Ltd, a new business backed by Aether Energy Ltd, has received regulatory approval from the Forestry Commission for what is described as...
New Skidmore report calls for policies to help local authorities reach net zero
In the wake of Rishi Sunak's net zero announcements last week, the former Energy Minister who was responsible for signing the UK’s net zero...
Air pollution anxiety keeps Brits up at night, research says
Consumer anxiety around air pollution is on the rise across the UK, with more people concerned about air quality than ever before. New analysis...
The UK’s first local government green bond raises £1 million for West Berkshire council
The UK’s first ever local government green bond, for West Berkshire District council, has closed after reaching its £1 million target five days early.
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Sustainable agriculture is at a crossroads, says new report
50 percent of the reduction in on-farm agricultural emissions required for a 1.5°C pathway are cost neutral or ROI-positive today, new research by McKinsey...
ESG activities correlate to stronger financial performance, study reveals
Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) activities, regarding sustainability, diversity and employee satisfaction, correlate with stronger financial profitability and growth for private companies, a...
World Water Day 2021
Today is World Water Day, which celebrates water, raises awareness of the 2.2 billion people living without access to safe water and takes action...
Iceland aims for net zero by 2042
Iceland has announced that it has reduced its operational carbon footprint by nearly three quarters (74%) since 2011, aiming to be carbon neutral by...
New report estimates mental health benefits of visiting UK woodlands at £185m
Visits to the UK’s woodlands boost mental health and are estimated to save £185 million in treatment costs annually, a 'landmark' report published by...
More than 100 sites unveiled for Flexibility tender
UK Power Networks has launched the country's largest-ever tender for flexibility services for 115 sites where renewable energy can boost network capacity and significantly...
