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Climate change: Urban transformation and the relevance of critical infrastructure
Urban transformation and the relevance of critical infrastructure is placed under the spotlight here by Prof Dr Daniela Jacob at Climate Service Centre Germany (GERICS).
Minister told to scrap old cars to create healthier, cleaner Welsh communities
Welsh communities could be healthier and less polluted if older cars were scrapped and replaced with credits to use on buses, trains and daily car or bike hire.
Penny Mordaunt announces UK Period Poverty Taskforce
Minister for Women and Equalities Penny Mordaunt, a candidate for leadership of the Conservative party, today (28 May) announced a Period Poverty Taskforce.
Gove confirms ban on plastic straws, drink stirrers and cotton buds
Environment Secretary Michael Gove has today confirmed a ban on plastic straws, drinks stirrers, and plastic stemmed cotton buds in England, following overwhelming public support for the move.
South Africa and global energy issues
After being substantially weakened by accusations of corruption, South Africa’s national energy supplier Eskom has been forced to undertake load shedding to help the country’s struggling infrastructure survive in terms of global energy issues.
UK and Ghana sign strategic partnership agreement
UK and Ghana sign strategic partnership agreement on economic development, regional security, health, education and inclusion.
How is electricity storage transforming global energy systems?
While global energy systems undergo a dramatic change, driven by the growth of renewables, it impacts the flexibility in the energy system and changes the way we meet demand and keep our systems in balance.
EU and Central Asia: Opportunities for a stronger partnership
The European Union(EU) is outlining its vision for a renewed partnership with Central Asia, updating its strategy on relations with the region first set out in 2007.
How can you help to reduce climate change?
Bio-D has listed some easy ways that you can help to reduce climate change and your individual impact on the planet.
£6 million government funding awarded under scheme to cut food waste
Environment Secretary Michael Gove invites organisations to apply for the second round of more than £6 million funding under government’s scheme to cut food waste.
Countries throw a spotlight on European public health
More than 70 events in over 25 countries take place between 13 and 17 May in first ever European Public Health Week.
Government unveils new support for survivors of domestic abuse
Thousands of survivors fleeing domestic abuse will receive greater protection thanks to a new package of support, confirmed by Prime Minister, Theresa May.
Supporting biodiversity in UK Overseas Territories
A 10 week Call for Evidence has been launched by the UK Government today (Friday, 10 May) to gather knowledge on safeguarding biodiversity in the UK Overseas Territories.
Play-based learning to develop 21st Century Skills
Aaditya Tangri, Co-Founder & CEO of Kalebr Americas and Founder of STEAMathalon shares his thoughts on why play-based learning today is important for a brighter future tomorrow.
Government awards £4 million to cut food waste
The government has awarded more than £4 million to four redistribution organisations across England to help overcome barriers to cut food waste.
EU must prioritise biodiversity and climate change
European Committee of the Regions President calls on EU to step up efforts in response to "profoundly alarming" UN report: The EU must prioritise biodiversity.
Why are hobby farms growing in popularity?
Here, we highlight some of the most common reasons people start hobby farms and why you may want to consider starting one of your own.
UK Green Building Council announces framework for net zero carbon buildings
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has unveiled a framework for the UK construction and property industry to transition new and existing buildings to become net zero carbon by 2050.
What is going on with the Shared Prosperity Fund?
Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director, Institute of Economic Development, expresses his frustrations with the lack of communication on the Shared Prosperity Fund consultation.
Revealed: The best and worst areas for energy efficiency
Everest study analyses 15,623,536 home Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) across the country to reveal the best and worst rated areas for energy efficiency.
