What is stopping institutions from building green campuses?
Green campuses can be key to higher and further education institutions to achieve the sustainability targets prospective students increasingly look for.
A national planning framework can’t forget local authorities
The national planning framework is the bible guiding all land-use, house-building, and energy-planning decisions in the UK.
Compulsory mathematics education: Why not make broader learning the reality?
Dr Rhys Morgan, Director of Education and Diversity at the Royal Academy of Engineering, says a broader education for all would be better than just extending mathematics education.
40% of EU’s clean technology to be manufactured by end of the decade
The European Commission has plans to make its clean technology fully European-made, to deliver sustainability agendas with renewable energy in the bloc.
Intelligent triage: a vital step toward resolving the problem of capacity in NHS cancer...
AI offers an opportunity to reimagine our approach to cancer diagnostics, leveraging data to build a more robust and efficient system for cancer referrals.
How can we reach Canada’s net-zero targets by 2050?
The Hon. Steven Guilbeault’s prioritises to help reach Canada’s net-zero targets by 2050, as charted here by Open Access Government, including the health angle.
Redefining how we work to navigate economic uncertainty
Director & Co Founder Fergus Magennis at Invoka Consulting explores how economic uncertainty is affecting organisations and the public sector, and how digital transformation can help.
Further education institutions funding hit requires ‘bullet-proof’ financial response
Further education institutions have experienced much turbulence since the COVID-19 pandemic, but now more recently, are being hit with funding constraints.
Hackathon unleashes digital innovation in local regional government
Here, Jing Walker, Digital Advisory Consultant at UBDS IT Consulting Limited explores the challenges facing local regional governments and how the deployment of Hackathons can help them on their digital transformation journey.
‘Heteronormativity’ can affect transgender and non-binary people at work
Some of the challenges that transgender and non-binary staff can face are due to the workplace culture of ‘heteronormativity’, which can impact inclusivity.
Understanding the increasing rates of child mental health issues
Professor John Sharry, Psychotherapist, Clinical Advisor for SilverCloud® by Amwell® and Adjunct Professor, Dept. of Psychology University College Dublin, walks us through some child mental health issues.
Using alternative technology to infill broadband delivery ‘notspots’
David Hennell, the Business Development Director at National Broadband argues how county councils can immediately ensure high-quality broadband delivery to all constituents.
The 2023 Spring Budget: How can we get the economy moving again?
This week's 2023 Spring Budget has been keenly eyed following the turmoil that the last attempt at a budget created – how can the government improve the economy?
Exploring and understanding Egypt’s sustainable initiatives
Luma Saqqaf, CEO of Ajyal Sustainability Consulting, walks us through Egypt’s sustainable initiatives, especially Egypt Vision 2030.
New approaches to mental health in schools gain traction
To truly improve mental health in schools and the well-being of students, educators and families, there is no substitute for human connection.
Reducing emissions from public sector buildings
The Chartered Institute of Environmental Health weighs up the aim of reducing emissions from public sector buildings by 75% by 2037, compared to a 2017 baseline.
More steps need to be taken to predict volcanic eruptions and activity
Despite there being a lot of resources available to reduce the risks of volcanic eruptions, researchers note the world is “woefully unprepared”.
Could a global maternal Strep B vaccination program save lives?
A global maternal Strep B vaccination program could save millions in lives and healthcare costs.
Data sharing can help the public sector deliver improved outcomes for citizens
To transform the public sector under increasing pressure, governments need data sharing, which most importantly needs to be high-quality and accessible.
Chocolate and health: What are the benefits of chocolate?
660,990 tonnes of chocolate are eaten every year in the UK - that’s around 11 Kg of chocolate per person per year, but are there possible benefits of chocolate?