SUSTAINABILITY

A reported 55 heat networks across the country are being upgraded so that thousands of old and inefficient heating systems in UK homes get lower energy bills ahead of the winter.

The approval of the Rosebank development follows an extensive regulatory process, including a detailed environmental impact assessment and public consultation. All new projects, including Rosebank, align with the natural decline of the North Sea basin.

The former US President praised the PM for refusing to damage his country's economy in response to climate change, which he believes is not a real problem.

The forthcoming smart building, set to grace the Edgbaston campus, will house advanced research laboratories and the facilities will become the epicentre of the University's Birmingham Energy Institute (BEI).

The 18th UK-Taiwan Renewable Energy Conference reinforced the UK and Taiwan's commitment to achieving net zero by 2050, gathering 150 experts to discuss renewable energy and emerging technologies.

Britain aims to accelerate the decarbonisation of emerging economies through £160 million in climate funding for developing countries under various programmes including the Climate Mitigation Facility.

The new UK funding aims to achieve UN Sustainable Development Goals, bolster Health Security and improve global health around the world.

In his speech, Prime Minister Sunak made a series of key announcements, which include a delay in the mandate for new rental properties to attain at least an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of 'C' from the original target of 2025 to 2028.

The Prime Minister has said he wants to be honest about the "costs and trade-offs" of tackling climate change. In a statement yesterday Rishi Sunak said he was proud that "Britain is leading the world on climate change" and will stick by the agreements the UK has made internationally.

Rishi Sunak has revealed plans for a policy change that could potentially delay significant government pledges towards achieving net-zero emissions, a move that has sparked strong criticism from both Labour and Conservative members of parliament, as well as environmental organisations.

Hundreds of great minds gathered at the CogX (CognitionX) Festival, the world's biggest AI and transformational technology festival, last week from 12 to 14 September.

There is an exponential growth in healthcare investment – especially around improving and future-proofing healthcare systems and patient care.

Britain moved a step ahead in fulfilling its climate commitments of tripling international climate finance by allocating £1.6 billion to the Global Climate Fund.

The offshore wind sector has been grappling with substantial cost increases, prompting developers worldwide to either withdraw from projects or seek renegotiations.

The 2023 Sustainable Farming Incentive has been launched to support farmers looking to adopt sustainable agriculture technologies as part of the £2.4 billion farming budget.

The UK is giving millions to the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund which will fund global biodiversity loss tackling efforts like anti-poaching technology.

Despite COVID-19, post-pandemic delays and a rise in the cost of raw materials, we have seen a record amount of renewable energy capacity installed in 2021.

Amidst the government's ambitious push for a £1.8 billion annual DRS, retailers clash over its soaring costs, while Tesco electrifies its delivery fleet, making strides toward sustainability and cleaner air.

A recently published report shows how global companies are faring in setting and committing to science-based net zero targets and how the UK is leading the way.

A recent report by Rimm Sustainability reveals a surge in eco-friendly and sustainable practices dedication among UK SMEs, exploring responses from 500 C-suite executives.

The United Nations Conference on Trade Development has shed light on how investing in African countries could help in tackling global supply chain disruptions.

The UK government's visionary multi-million-pound investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI) aims to revolutionise sustainable industries and carbon emission reduction.

A recently launched platform, the UK Business Climate Hub, will advise British SMEs on lowering their energy bills and minimising emissions to help go green and achieve net zero.

The report revealed that 78 per cent of UK small businesses prioritise sustainability in their strategies – but face barriers due to the high costs of implementing eco-friendly infrastructure.

In the realm of business, governance and personal stewardship, carbon accounting functions as an indispensable tool for comprehending and mitigating one's impact on the ever-pressing issue of climate change.

A £10 million investment has been announced by a UK-backed funding program to create a Risk Sharing Backdrop Facility for Nigerian sustainable climate infrastructure.

Concerns over food inflation are intensifying as weather conditions threaten consumer prices and food security, particularly affecting crops like wheat, barley and potatoes.

Britain will set up UK Sustainability Disclosure Standards in accordance with globally approved sustainability standards by July 2024.

The UK unveils its plan to boost energy security and embrace renewables, following a 500% increase in renewable energy since 2010.