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Public sector decarbonisation: Demand management and renewables agreement

Crown Commercial Service unpacks enabling public sector decarbonisation by focusing on the new Demand Management & Renewables agreement.
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The benefits and savings in the great EV transition

Tom Rowlands, FLEETCOR’s Managing Director, Global EV Solutions, including UK brand Allstar, discusses the EV transition as part of the net zero strategy.
Future proof business

Why you must future-proof your business using data loss protection

Future-proof your business against evolving cyber threats with DLP. In tech and cybersecurity, change is constant. Stay ahead of bad actors and protect your company's future.
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Time travelling through the history of UK’s oil and gas industry

As you trace back the annals of time, it becomes evident that the history of the oil and gas industry in the UK has been more than a mere energy source.
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Innovative paediatric research: Investigating the 3D printing of medication

The NIH has awarded a grant of $3 million in the hope of supporting the 3D printing of medication tailored towards helping paediatric patients.
Mifepristone tablets in box

Latest abortion pill ruling rolls back FDA’s efforts to make the pill more accessible

The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that access to the abortion pill, Mifepristone, should be restricted potentially affecting countless women around the country.
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Decarbonising industrial heat through exciting new technologies

Decarbonising industrial heat is crucial. Annually, industries contribute 29% to global GHG emissions, setting their role as major carbon emitters.
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10 fantastic tips to help you ensure a balanced menopause diet

Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is essential at all stages of life, even throughout menopause. Here Dr Deborah Lee lays out her 10 tips to help keep a balanced menopause diet and understand what your body needs.
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Ukraine’s air defense gets a massive £90 million upgrade

Ukraine's air defence receives a boost with contracts worth over £90 million for equipment to tackle uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) threats.
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BAE systems to acquire ball aerospace in a staggering $5.5 billion deal

UK Defence company BAE Systems intends to acquire Ball Aerospace, which manufactures aircrafts for a staggering $5.5 billion.
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Can increased green hydrogen production boost Sheffield’s name in the sustainable aviation sector?

Green hydrogen production facilities from the University of Sheffield are set to outproduce any other UK centre, thanks to new equipment to support the sustainable aviation sector.
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The Isle of Man’s approach to sustainable fishing

Jack Emmerson, Sea Fisheries Policy Manager Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture, shares the Isle of Man’s approach to supporting a sustainable fishing industry whilst still benefiting the local economy.
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Top tips to ensure inclusive and accessible job postings

Through job postings, employers craft descriptions to fill openings, enticing qualified applicants and building a candidate pool for their organisations.
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The 3 Ts for a more resilient society: Technology, trust and transparency

Accurate information and tools in crisis are vital for people and groups. Trust and transparency in tech bolster collaboration, aiding society's resilience and recovery during critical events.
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AI helps cut carbon emissions for a greener future

AI is pivotal in climate action with £4M UK funding for innovative AI projects. AI helps cut carbon emissions in diverse sectors, advancing net-zero goals and green industries.

Mental health referrals for young people hits record high

Analysis of NHS data by the mental health charity Young Minds has discovered that the number of mental health referrals and children in mental health crisis is at an all-time high.
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The future of artificial intelligence in accessibility

AI is already playing a massive part in our lives, however, what role does artificial intelligence play in accessibility? Here, Mike Taylor, Senior Accessibility Analyst, Comms and Training Manager from the Digital Accessibility Centre explores.
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Pioneering the future of lunar infrastructure: LunA-10

DARPA launches LunA-10, a decade-long initiative reshaping lunar infrastructure by 2035, catalysing transformative advancements in the domain.
Business

How to reframe a threat to your company into an opportunity

Recent years witnessed seismic shocks: Covid-19, Russia's Ukraine invasion, and global inflation. Escalating, fueled by political instability, It is now essential to reframe any threat to your company.
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£210 million allocated by UK government to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

In a groundbreaking move, the UK government has committed up to £210 million from its aid budget to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

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