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...
Plastic labelling needs ‘sustainability scale’, researchers say
Labelling of plastic products needs a drastic overhaul including a new "sustainability scale" to help consumers, according to researchers.
In a recent paper, a team...
Manchester scientists see COVID-19 as historic moment for UK’s environmental future
A group of University of Manchester academics are imploring policy-makers to use the UK’s post-pandemic recovery as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lead a positive...
Sustainability ranks among highest priorities on CEO agendas, yet lack of data insights hinders...
Whilst sustainability is rising higher on corporate agendas and CEOs recognise sustainability as a business imperative and growth driver, a lack of reliable data...
New Exeter grass policy to protect pollinators and boost biodiversity
Exeter's new policy of letting grass grow longer in certain parts of the city is helping to address the decline of pollinators and has...
Government launches two consultations seeking more environmentally friendly haulage
Longer goods vehicles that increase productivity and reduce haulier emission levels could become a permanent fixture on Britain’s roads as the government launches a...
Councils should lead the local battle against climate change, survey says
The public expects councils to take a leading role in fight against climate change, according to a recent survey by the Association for Public Service Excellence...
‘Once in a generation opportunity for us to restart the clock’, as minister unveils...
Retaining the positive changes driven by the coronavirus pandemic is central to the Welsh Government’s new planning policy.
Boosting digital services in areas where current...
CMA publishes new Green Claims Code for businesses
To help businesses understand how to communicate their green credentials while reducing the risk of misleading shoppers, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has...
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...
