Over 50% of people in the UK less likely to buy from organisations with...
56% of people in the UK say they are less likely to buy goods or services from organisations with a weak sustainability record, new...
Urban Tree Challenge Fund reopens for applications
Following the success of the first two rounds where a combined total of up to 134,000 new trees will be planted across England’s towns...
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%...
UK sets new climate target for 2030
A new plan aims for at least 68% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, compared to 1990 levels, by 2030.
Recognising the urgency to go further...
Half of UK businesses already impacted by climate change, study finds
Half (48%) of all UK businesses have reported being impacted by the effects of climate change, with 52% of those reporting that their ability...
Sustainability to be put in curriculum for architect students from September
Architects Registration Board (ARB), which sets the criteria that institutions teaching architecture must meet for their students to qualify and register as architects, has...
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...
New study investigates modern slavery during COVID-19 pandemic to develop best practice guidance
Researchers from Keele University are leading a new study to assess the impacts of COVID-19 on human rights issues, to identify best practice for protecting workers...
Signs of wasted food in UK homes on the rise as lockdown eases
The easing of lockdown measures could see increased levels of wasted food in the UK, warns new research.
Conducted by WRAP in June, the research...
A new initiative by UCL and the Local Government Association helps councils and universities...
A new initiative launched by UCL and the Local Government Association will help councils and universities address climate challenges at a local level.
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