Over 100 leaders pledge to end deforestation at COP26
Leaders representing over 85% of the world’s forests will commit to halt and reverse deforestation and land degradation by 2030 at COP26 today.
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UK’s largest pension scheme with 9 million members unveils net zero plan
The largest pension scheme in the UK with 9 million members, has announced a new Climate Change policy to decarbonise its investment portfolio.
The policy...
UK funding to support developing cities and regions transition to net zero by 2050
Today the UK government has launched the new Urban Climate Action programme (UCAP) to support the cities and regions in developing countries most impacted...
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...
New Centre for Greening Finance and Investment to open in Leeds and London
The new UK Centre for Greening Finance and Investment will begin in April 2021, with physical hubs in Leeds and London, Energy Minister Anne-Marie...
Over 80% of young people eager to take action to help the environment, new...
Children and young people (aged 8-15) would like to do more to help look after the environment, according to new national statistics published by...
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...
Distilleries to be served first round of funding to go green
A geothermal distillery, use of fugitive methane and a high temperature heat store are to be served as 17 UK distilleries receive the first...
New research looks at how UK universities tackle their food and flying emissions
New University of Manchester research highlights the various ways UK higher education institutions are beginning to tackle emissions associated with business travel and catering.
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New round of Circular Economy fund opens for applications in Wales
A new £3.5m round of the Circular Economy Fund to help boost Wales' shift towards a circular economy has opened for applications from local...
