Biodiversity loss poses ‘a significant and under-appreciated’ threat to financial stability, new report says
Biodiversity loss poses a significant and under-appreciated threat to financial stability, and central banks and financial supervisors should act to confront nature-related risks, according...
Concern grows over homeowners’ rights and work standards under Green Homes Grant
Homeowners must receive high quality improvements under the government's new energy efficiency scheme, campaigners and MPs have urged.
The Green Homes grant will fund improvements...
New consultation examines environmental impact of policies in Scotland’s climate change plan
The Scottish Government has launched a public consultation on the Strategic Environmental Assessment of the update to the recently published Climate Change Plan 2018-2032.
Strategic...
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...
New scheme to help local transport authorities to introduce zero-emission buses
A new multimillion-pound scheme for local transport authorities to roll out zero-emission buses has announced dates for expressions of interest.
Up to £120 million is...
Suffolk County Council aims to become net zero by 2030
Suffolk County Council aims to lead the way with a range of activities and policy changes to support its ambition of being a ‘net...
Recycling and waste management sector to invest £10bn to drive net zero by 2040
The UK recycling and waste management sector has committed to delivering a stretching net zero emissions target of 2040.
To go 'further and faster and...
Managing resources sustainably is key to cutting UK greenhouse gases, says report
UK could cut CO2e emissions by 100 million tonnes in ten years by using resources more efficiently, according to a new report.
Titled 'Net Zero:...
Lack of water presents ‘existential’ threat, says Environment Agency Chief
Hotter drier summers and less predictable rainfall as a result of climate change will lead to increased drought risk and possible water shortages in...
Lack of focus risks felling Government tree planting plans, says committee
The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee has recommended more comprehensive annual planting targets, better finance schemes and more accurate mapping if the government...
