International Women’s Day: ‘Net zero needs more women in climate tech’
To mark International Women’s Day on 8th March, Jo Parker-Swift (pictured), CEO and founder of Solivus, has asserted that despite progress, the gender gap in climate tech remains high… Women make up less than 20% of the energy industry’s workforce and less than one in five leadership roles in the energy sector are held by women. […]
How to make your organisation’s online presence more sustainable
With the threat of climate change growing larger each day, individuals and businesses alike are needed to take action and lessen their impact on the environment. One area which may not be so obvious when it comes to its impact on the environment is our digital activity. Every online interaction leaves a carbon footprint. In fact, […]
How construction professionals are staying up-to-date with the latest sustainability trends
In today’s fast-paced world of sustainable construction, staying informed is crucial. Trending Now Sustainable Construction is an AI-powered B2B newsletter, designed to cut through the noise and help industry professionals stay ahead of the curve. With the help of their custom AI software, Trending Now Sustainable Construction scours thousands of relevant news publications to collate the top […]
OPINION: MEES compliance – building controls can make it easy
By Stacey Lucas, President of the Building Controls Industry Association As we enter the final stretch before the Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES) regulations likely come into effect in 2030, it is clear that this piece of legislation is going to have a significant impact on both landlords and tenants across the UK. While the goal of […]
Transforming HACCP Compliance with IoT and Sensors
Storing food at the correct temperature is crucial for food companies. Food poisoning bacteria generally becomes inactive in the cold, and most are killed by heat. Controlling the temperature of food is a very effective way of controlling the growth of bacteria, and so reducing the risk of food poisoning. Fridges should operate between 1°C […]
What is it that stands between logistics companies and achieving sustainability?
Sustainability is an important subject in 2024, especially when faced with rising pollution and climate change crises. Global logistics, which involves the transportation and storage of materials and information through supply chains, is part of the challenge that affects every industry. Despite the crucial role the logistics and transport sector plays in global trade, its […]
Winds of Change: How the renewables revolution is harnessing AI
The last government announced funding to help deliver clean energy transitions with the expansion of an artificial intelligence (AI) development scheme. Worth up to – and possibly beyond – £100m, renewable energy is set to be the latest industry to benefit from the artificial intelligence revolution. After many of the nation’s Net Zero commitments were […]
Emptying the bins with IoT: Reducing waste and improving manufacturing productivity
Manufacturers face rising energy and labour costs, regulatory pressures, and growing environmental responsibilities. Among their common challenges is waste management inefficiency. Traditionally, industrial waste bins, especially in expansive setups like automotive production lines, are emptied on fixed schedules, often before they are full, leading to resource wastage. Internet of Things (IoT) technology offers a solution […]
Greening The Grid, Not Breaking The Bank: The affordable way UK businesses can make a difference
UK businesses are under increasing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint. Stakeholders, employees, customers, and the government alike are all demanding quantifiable sustainable practices. The good news? Going green doesn’t have to break the bank. Ripple offers a simple, affordable solution for businesses to take meaningful environmental action. Slashing Carbon Footprints, Boosting Credibility Ripple helps […]
‘Demonstrate climate leadership’, Ripple tells UK businesses
To maintain credibility in an increasingly climate-conscious landscape, UK businesses are being encouraged to consider taking tangible action that will generate stakeholder and planetary benefits. Ripple–in particular–takes a proactive approach to helping companies progress their ESG strategies, through green energy ownership and environmental leadership. Ripple’s latest project is Whitelaw Brae, a wind farm set to […]