Record number of students from deprived areas enrolling in Scottish universities
New Higher Education Student Statistics show a new overall record number of students enrolling in Scottish institutions - an increase of 8.6% compared to...
Google owner issues ‘largest sustainability bond in history’
Owner of Google, Alphabet Inc, has issued $5.75bn (£4.4bn) in sustainability bonds, in what it claims is the largest sustainability or green bond issued...
Commonwealth countries may face 63% hit to GDP due to climate change, says report
A study published by international development charity Christian Aid highlights the devastating economic impact climate change will inflict on Commonwealth countries.
The study, titled The...
£15m woodland creation grant opens for applications
The Forestry Commission has opened a new tree planting grant scheme, the England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO), for applications.
With £15.9 million available in its...
Net Zero target at risk without a ‘substantial and sustainable’ change in corporate and...
The current social environment is 'not conducive' to the behaviour change needed for UK's Net-Zero target, according to a new report by the Energy...
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...
100 cities participating in EU Mission for climate-neutral and smart cities by 2030 announced
The European Commission has announced the 100 EU cities that will participate in the EU Mission for 100 climate-neutral and smart cities by 2030,...
£5 million for social prescribing to tackle the impact of COVID-19
The National Academy for Social Prescribing has been awarded £5 million in funding to support people to stay connected and maintain their health and...
Wales’ new transport plan seeking to cut emissions launched
Transport currently make up 17% of Wales’ carbon emissions but the Welsh Government has launched draft strategy for the future of transport in Wales,...
UK pension providers must assess and report on risks posed by climate change in...
New plans seeking to ensure that pension providers must consider the risk of climate change on their investments have been unveiled by the government.
The...
