6th Sep 2023
What does the UK need to achieve climate goals
Increasing the share of renewables and implementing low-carbon solutions is crucial to limiting global warming to 1.5°C, as outlined in the Paris Agreement. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has emphasized the importance of achieving this target to avoid the most severe consequences of climate change. To achieve this goal, significant efforts are required...
31st Aug 2023
French Railways Adopting Solar
In a groundbreaking move towards sustainability, French railway company, SNCF, has announced the establishment of a new subsidiary. This innovative venture will involve the installation of solar panels on vacant railway land. The objective is to transform these idle spaces into productive energy-generating sites, ultimately fulfilling between 15% to 20% of SNCF’s total energy...
25th Aug 2023
Could employee travel be damaging businesses?
Various business operations necessitate employee travel, which significantly contributes to a company's carbon footprint. In the UK, a substantial number of employees prioritiseconvenience over environmental concerns when arranging their travel, inadvertently exacerbating the environmental impact. This trend highlights the need for businesses to reassess their travel policies...
3rd Aug 2023
Boost for companies to reduce carbon emissions
In a recent stride towards environmental sustainability, the government has initiated a fund allocation scheme to assist businesses in reducing their carbon emissions. Over £80 million has been distributed amongst the country's leading brands, offering them the financial support needed to transition towards greener practices. These measures aim to encourage corporate responsibility...
24th Jul 2023
Has the energy crisis boosted sustainable spending?
As the world continues to grapple with the energy crisis, sustainable spending has become increasingly important for UK businesses. This is due to the fact that the availability of resources has been impacted, leading to an increase in costs associated with production and operations. The need for solutions that can reduce environmental impact and lower operating costs has driven businesses...
21st Jul 2023
One of the UK’s biggest barriers to Net Zero
While there are many hurdles the government and companies have to make in order to reach net zero one of the biggest ones seems to be the lack of skilled workers in green jobs. Reports have shown that the UK needs a full turnover of technical and vocational training to meet net zero goals. The country cannot currently meet net zero goals as there is a lack of skilled workforce in the green sector....