Could Brazil lead the way with nature-led strategies to achieve Net Zero?
Without the implementation of nature-based solutions, in particular ending deforestation and restoring native vegetation, Brazil would jeopardise its Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) pledges including achieving net zero GHG emissions by mid-century, according to research published from an international team led by the University of Oxford. The study also concluded that halting deforestation is the single […]
Energy crisis putting business Net Zero goals at risk
82% of UK business leaders say the energy crisis will impact their organisation’s ability to meet emissions reduction plans – Of that figure, around half of organisations say they are delaying planned investment in sustainability and net zero plans (49%). Just over one third of the same organisations (34%) say they now have more immediate […]
Events industry tradeshow aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50%
The Meetings Show, a UK-based event which brings together the meetings and events community, has unveiled further commitments to minimising its environmental impact. Working with isla as its strategic sustainability partner, The Meetings Show will forge ahead with its plans to reach net zero by 2050 and cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. Using […]
Importance of data collection and reporting highlighted in sustainability research
ABI Research’s latest Sustainability Assessment has analysed the sustainability activities of 10 of the world’s largest industrial manufacturing conglomerates, highlighting the importance of Scope 3 activities – particularly the robustness of data collection and reporting tools – for achieving industrial firm sustainability objectives. The Greenhouse Gas Protocol defines Scope 3 emissions as all value chain […]
Low carbon hydrogen to ‘play defining role’ in energy transition
The hydrogen market has progressed rapidly in recent years due to its growing application in industries like the transport, industrial, energy, aerospace, defence, and construction sectors. Against this backdrop, low carbon hydrogen is gaining traction as a critical component to achieve energy transition and long-term decarbonisation goals, says a leading analyst. The global demand for […]
IKEA commits £4.5m to EV fleet charging as part of Net Zero drive
IKEA UK has made a £4.5million investment in a nationwide electric charging infrastructure, which will provide charging points for electric delivery vehicles across the country to enable more emissions-free deliveries. The new infrastructure will source energy entirely through renewable sources. The retailer aims to reach 100% zero emissions deliveries to customers by 2025. By summer […]
UK Government outlines ‘Jet Zero’ strategy to decarbonise aviation
Ministers and aviation chiefs have revealed an action plan for the next two years in the race to reach Jet Zero by 2050. The Jet Zero Council – made up of industry, academic and government leaders – has a 2-year plan committed to continue working to speed up the design, manufacture, and rollout of zero emission aircraft […]
Natural carbon capture projects catch £4.3m funding
Six pioneering nature projects across England have received major funding award to trial the most effective ways to capture carbon and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Nature Based Solutions for Climate Change at the Landscape Scale is a partnership led by Natural England with the Environment Agency, the Forestry Commission and Royal Botanic Gardens […]
Government commits £12m to help energy-intensive industries cut emissions
Businesses across the UK will benefit from a share of more than £12 million government funding to help energy-intensive industries cut their carbon emissions and energy costs. The funding for the 22 winning projects will help businesses across England, Wales and Northern Ireland clean up their industrial processes and improve their energy efficiency – benefiting […]
Aston University touts new industrial CO2 measurement breakthrough
Researchers at Aston University are to take the UK a step nearer to net zero emissions by developing a better system of measuring industrial carbon dioxide. The government is giving the University £100,000 to improve measurement of CO2 streams from sites such as at power plants and factories. The Energy and Bioproducts Research Institute (EBRI) […]