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The impact of climate change on the UK planning systems
Amanda Beresford, partner and head of planning at Shulmans LLP discusses how the UK Government's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 will impact planning systems.
Ways to characterise how ice caps and glaciers change
Martin Sharp, Professor at Department of Earth and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Alberta, explains ways to characterise how ice caps and glaciers change.
Why businesses should be encouraged to reduce their carbon footprint
Nic Redfern, Finance Director, KnowYourMoney.co.uk discusses how businesses can reduce their operational costs by effectively reduce their carbon footprint.
Plastic in the oceans: Five steps to reduce marine litter
Maria Spyraki MEP from the European Parliament explains the five necessary steps to reduce marine litter – Engagement, Education, Empowerment, Engineering, and Enforcement – in light of the problem of plastics ending up in the oceans of the world.
University of Cambridge will have no carbon emissions by 2048
Cambridge is the first university globally to announce that it has adopted a 1.5 degrees Science Based Target for carbon reduction, committing itself to having no energy-related carbon emissions by 2048.
Outdoor employees are most affected by air pollution in hot weather
British Safety Council welcomes HSE guidance on working in hot weather and looks forward to the regulator’s advice for outdoor employees working in polluted urban air.
How energy efficient is your local supermarket?
Here, Sarah Anderson investigates the energy efficiency of your local supermarket, touching on the urgency of climate change, global examples and what's happening in the UK.
UK to lead global innovation in sustainable plastics
New forms of packaging and sustainable plastics made from plants, wood chippings and food waste could be a step closer, thanks to new business and government investment.
Eco-friendly homes: a look at millennials and the housing market
When you think about a typical house, it is usually made from either stone or brick, powered by electricity and has a roof structured to protect its residents from rain. However, as millennials hit the housing market, the criteria has begun to change and they are driving the construction of ‘wellness-minded’ buildings.
The 5G effect: A wave of climate-focussed technologies is coming
Tacis Gavoyannis, Global Head of Smart Cities at Enzen discusses what key climate-focused technologies could be supported by 5G and how public-private sector collaboration can prove key in the process.
How can the print industry remain sustainable in the future?
The print industry faces its biggest challenge yet… how to remain sustainable. Gary Peeling, MD, Where The Trade Buys, highlights ways in which organisations can achieve this.
What are the alternatives to landfill?
Waste management experts from Indaver explain exactly what the process is when disposing of the bin bags left outside the front of our houses
New York takes action to fight climate change
In this article, author Bruce Nagy discusses the recent innovations to fight climate change in New York, with a focus on clean energy.
Russian environmentalist faces criminal record for activism
A prominent Russian environmentalist has fled the country as criminal cases were opened against her in connection to Russia’s law on “foreign agents”.
What are the current reverse climate change ideas in the EU?
Here, we touch upon the purpose of EUSEW and explore some new technologies and innovations that are happening in Europe, to stop and reverse climate change.
Aluminium drink cans hit 75% recycling rate
The UK aluminium drink can recycling rate has risen to 75%, its highest ever level, up from 54% in 2010.
How can businesses improve their freight efficiency?
From saving costs and the importance of accurate information and measurements to the rise of containers boosting the speed of ocean freight, Jon White, MD at InXpress, highlights how businesses can improve their freight efficiency.
The UK must cut emissions, not forests
Sasha Stashwick, a senior advocate at Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), has spent years lobbying the government to reduce its reliance on burning trees for energy, here she highlights the steps we must take to avoid further ecological and environmental damage.
Theresa May announces legislation for zero emissions by 2050
Legislation laid today puts the UK on the path to become a major economy to set net zero emissions target in law.
Opportunities and challenges in China’s environmental industry
In this article, Micah Hostetter discusses the next step for China's environmental industry, with a focus on Chinese government spending.
