European Commission unveils proposal package to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55%...
The European Commission has adopted a package of proposals to make the EU's climate, energy, land use, transport and taxation policies fit for reducing...
New framework to support local authorities to meet net zero targets with building renovation
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC), together with the World Green Building Council, several European Green Building Councils, Climate Alliance and the Buildings Performance...
ASOS sets new sustainability and ethics demands for brands in their supply chain
ASOS has announced the company has set up new commitments required for the third party brand partners that manufacture in the UK.
The announcement comes...
Higher proportion of affordable homes in new starts and completions statistics
Housing programmes delivered by Homes England saw an overall increase in starts and completions in 2019-20 compared to the previous year, according to new...
Government consults on ‘Best Available Techniques’ to manage industrial emissions
A new consultation launched jointly by the UK and devolved administrations seeks views on developing measures to reduce industrial emissions.
The consultation sets out a...
Emissions from cooking stay in the atmosphere longer than previously thought, says study
Particulate emissions from cooking stay in the atmosphere for longer than previously thought, making a prolonged contribution to poor air quality and human health,...
New research casts doubt on environmental benefits of hybrid working
A permanent post-pandemic switch to hybrid working may do little to reduce carbon emissions as the majority of remote workers travel further each week...
Ending the sale of new diesel buses under consultation
The Government has launched a consultation proposing ending the sales of new diesel buses in England.
Transport is currently the largest contributor to UK domestic...
New laws to cut red tape around rebuilding unused buildings as homes
New laws laid in Parliament will 'deliver much-needed new homes and revitalise town centres across England', Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has announced.
The new rules,...
Plastic bag charge extended to all retailers and increased to 10p from April 2021
The Government has confirmed today that the plastic carrier bag charge will be extended to all retailers and increased to 10p from April 2021.
Since...
