Solar material can “self-heal” imperfections, new research suggests
A material that can be used in technologies such as solar power has been found to self-heal, according to a new study by the...
Researchers team up with distillery to address water scarcity and protect whisky production
Researchers from the University of Aberdeen and James Hutton Institute have worked with The Glenlivet distillery to introduce environmentally sustainable solutions at Chivas Brothers’...
Increase to NI Carrier Bag Levy announced
The Carrier Bag Levy charge in Northern Ireland will increase from 5 pence to 25 pence from 1st April 2022, Environment Minister Edwin Poots...
Tinted solar panels could boost farm incomes, says research
Researchers have demonstrated the use of tinted, semi-transparent solar panels to generate electricity and produce nutritionally-superior crops simultaneously, bringing the prospect of higher incomes...
Social housing whitepaper unveiled
A new social housing whitepaper seeking to ensure support for residents in England and ensure landlords raise standards where needed has been announced by...
Study to investigate ‘invisible’ women in supply chains receives funding
An academic at the University of Nottingham has been awarded almost £1.3 million to investigate the specific threats posed to female garment workers in...
Tech that turns Selby’s CO2 into animal feed gets funding boost
A project in Nottingham that converts carbon dioxide into clean animal feed is one of nine agricultural technology initiatives set to benefit from £24...
Roadmap sets out new Sustainability Disclosure Requirements
Certain large businesses will need to set out their green credentials to potential investors under new 'world-leading' reporting rules outlined by the Chancellor.
The new...
Dates announced for Phase 3 of Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme
The third phase of the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme opens for applications at 2pm on Wednesday 6th October 2021, Salix has announced.
The Application Portal...
Local leaders are best-placed to tackle climate change but have ‘too little powers and...
People across the UK want to see more support for local authorities to deal with the threat of climate change and more support for...
