Go-Ahead set to become a carbon neutral transport provider by 2045
The Go-Ahead Group has out a strategy to achieve a 75% cut in emissions by 2035, and becoming a fully carbon neutral company by...
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.
22%...
CMA publishes environmental sustainability advice to government
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published advice on how competition and consumer laws can help meet the UK's environmental goals, and has...
European Directive seeks to improve gender balance on corporate boards
The European Commission has welcomed a political agreement reached between the European Parliament and the Council on the Directive on improving the gender balance...
Tesco launches first sustainability-linked bond
Tesco has announced to have launched its first bond that is linked to the company’s commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The €750m bond with...
Pinterest announces new policy to tackle climate misinformation
Pinterest has announced to have become the only major digital platform to have clearly defined guidelines against false or misleading climate change information, including...
Global plastic waste set to almost triple by 2060, new report says
The amount of plastic waste produced globally is on track to almost triple by 2060, with around half ending up in landfill and less...
Consultation examines aviation sector reaching ‘jet zero’ by 2050
A new consultation sets out Department for Transport's proposed approach and principles to reach net zero aviation by 2050.
The ambition is outlined as decarbonising...
New law that would protect rainforests and clean up supply chains is under consultation
A 'WORLD-LEADING' new law that would stop larger businesses operating in the UK from using products grown on land that was deforested illegally is...
“Landmark” building safety legislation draft published today
Ministers have declared that the “landmark” piece of legislation will deliver the most comprehensive building safety reforms for nearly 40 years.
It will provide the legal...
