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17 Aug 2020 Environment

Let’s ‘build back greener’ with a new carbon tax

A new carbon tax with border tariffs would raise valuable revenue from carbon purchases, boost low carbon businesses and accelerate the march to net-zero by 2050.

Collaboration at every level is key to a sustainable and green recovery

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13 Aug 2020 Coronavirus

Collaboration at every level is key to a sustainable and green recovery

As the country moves into a sustainable recovery, being open and working together like never before has never been more important.

Increased tree planting will benefit the environment and the economy

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10 Aug 2020 Environment

Increased tree planting will benefit the environment and the economy

Enhanced tree planting and greater wood use can help deliver the UK Government’s short-term imperative (a Green Recovery from Covid-19), medium-term goal (Build Back Better) and long-term aim (Net-Zero by 2050).

04 Aug 2020 Environment

Green homes grant can boost activity but quality is key, says CIOB

The CIOB has today responded to the Government’s announcement of further details on the new Green Homes Grant.

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04 Aug 2020 Energy

Little for glazing in Green Grant Scheme

The Government has released more details of the Green Homes Grant Scheme almost one month after it was announced by the Chancellor.

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29 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

GB energy sector must be joined-up to meet Net Zero targets

Leading engineers are today warning that a joined-up approach to the future of Britain’s energy sector is essential if we are to meet our Net Zero ambitions.

23 Jul 2020 Environment

We need policy to unleash a business-led Green Recovery in the years ahead

Government policy should focus on driving more private-sector investment towards the vital green industries of the future, such as clean technologies and electric vehicles.

23 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

The Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted the vulnerabilities of our food supply chain

With both hunger and food waste simultaneously soaring during the pandemic, we need to ask serious questions about our domestic food supply

22 Jul 2020 Environment

Exclusive: Government’s green homes plan risks ‘throwing people into the arms of scammers’, MPs warn

MPs have warned the Government that a “rushed” energy-saving scheme could leave homeowners at risk of being exploited by scammers and rogue traders.

22 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Local government can play a crucial role in the green recovery

Councils should be given greater powers and flexibility to support new green skills and jobs across the country

22 Jul 2020 Environment

Boris Johnson unveils £350m decarbonisation push as he vows ‘green, sustainable recovery’ and ‘Jet Zero’ plane trial

Boris Johnson has unveiled £350m in funding to help industry slash carbon emissions, as he launched the UK’s bid to secure the first zero-emissions long-haul passenger flight.

On-Pack Recycling Labels the clear candidate for mandatory status

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22 Jul 2020 Environment

On-Pack Recycling Labels the clear candidate for mandatory status

Recycling is central to changing attitudes to ‘Take-Make-Waste’ and should be part of a Green Recovery. The Environment Bill contains powers to introduce mandatory recycling labelling. We’ve got the answer.

How the Covid-19 crisis has offered a glimpse into the future of energy

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21 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

How the Covid-19 crisis has offered a glimpse into the future of energy

The Covid-19 crisis has given us a partial window into the high renewable energy future, but the truly green and cheap energy revolution, with smart meters at its heart, is just beginning.

21 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Failure to get the green recovery right could have long term impacts on our security

A green recovery approach will work best if it is multi-faceted, multi-lateral and long lasting. The Government must show leadership at home and abroad

20 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

The Government is still stuck in a fossil fuel age when it comes to international development

The Government is still spending billions in aid on overseas fossil fuel projects, diminishing resilience and deepening climate injustices

20 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Caroline Lucas: 'We're not learning the lessons of Covid when it comes to the climate'

For many environmentalists, the global pandemic offered an opportunity to reset our approach to the climate crisis. But despite a liberal sprinkling of greenwashing in the economic update, the country's only Green MP thinks that the chancellor has squandered the opportunity

20 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

We've made a good start, but with ambition we can do even more for our green recovery

By recognising the skills in ex-industrial settlements and working in tandem with the private sector, we can go further in our green recovery from Covid-19

08 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

More is needed in the National Infrastructure Strategy and the Autumn Budget to build a long-lasting green recovery

Funding for green homes and energy efficiency is a welcome boost but more action will be needed in the National Infrastructure Strategy and the Autumn Budget to build a long-lasting green recovery.

08 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

We need an economic plan with a green heart

The Chancellor has suggested he will spend just £3bn on green investment, but we need investment of £150bn over the next three years to truly transform our economy.

It is time for the Chancellor to speed up rail projects

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07 Jul 2020 Economy

It is time for the Chancellor to speed up rail projects

The Prime Minister wants a connected UK to drive economic growth in all parts of the country. So now, in the face of the coronavirus crisis, is the time for the Government to speed up rail projects.

07 Jul 2020 Coronavirus

Rishi Sunak promises ‘eco-friendly economic recovery’ with £3bn injection for green jobs

Rishi Sunak is set to announce £3 billion of new investment in green projects as part of a pledge to “kickstart eco-friendly economic recovery” and create jobs in low carbon industries.