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Articles tagged with: net zero
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Coronavirus
By IKEA
More ambitious measures need to be introduced for the UK to successfully deliver Net Zero by 2050
IKEA is taking action, but the Government can enable more businesses to drive positive changes for people and planet.
Coronavirus
By SSE
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.
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Economy
By Glass and Glazing Federation
GGF welcomes green homes grant scheme
Following recent meetings with Government, The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) heard late last week from Government officials that there would be a major announcement regarding energy efficiency in the UK.
Rishi Sunak promises ‘eco-friendly economic recovery’ with £3bn injection for green jobs
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.
Economy
By Cadent
To reach net zero, the Chancellor must invest in clean hydrogen
Cadent believe a commitment from the Chancellor on the below would help drive forward growth whilst building towards our Net Zero target
Decision time on clean recovery and net zero Partner content
Environment
By Nuclear Industry Association
Decision time on clean recovery and net zero
Getting to net zero isn’t just a legal requirement, but a profound responsibility to future generations.
Sustainability in construction should never be put before the safety of residents
Environment
By Kieran Mullan MP
Sustainability in construction should never be put before the safety of residents
There is a new found enthusiasm for resurrecting the use of timber in building because it is seen as being eco-friendly. We must ensure we use this moment of fire safety reform to act on risks across the board.
Fire safety debate must be informed by net zero facts Partner content
Economy
By Mineral Products Association
Fire safety debate must be informed by net zero facts
Buildings are one of the main sources of carbon emissions in the UK, something which has to be tackled if we are to reach net zero. Simultaneously it’s critical that we take every opportunity to build safety into all new buildings in order to protect lives. It is possible to deliver both
Coronavirus
By The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
Decarbonisation and climate change must be at the heart of the coronavirus recovery
The IET agrees wholeheartedly that returning to “the way things were” before the pandemic is not an option.
Coronavirus
By Environmental Services Association
Environmental Services Association (ESA) responds to Committee on Climate Change (CCC) Progress Report published today (Jun 25 2020)
ESA members are working on a Net-Zero strategy for the sector to de-carbonise operations
Coronavirus
By Cadent
As we start to return to our workplans, we need a new focus on Net Zero
The UK has the potential to become a world-leader in this technology, bringing jobs and investment and spearheading the green recovery from Covid-19.
Ministers urged to use coronavirus economic recovery plan to slash carbon emissions
Coronavirus
Ministers urged to use coronavirus economic recovery plan to slash carbon emissions
Six select committee chairs have written to the Prime Minister urging him to use the coronavirus economic recovery plan as a chance to also slash carbon emissions.
Coronavirus
By Chartered Institute of Building
CIOB responds to retrofitting housing stock article
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) have responded to Lord Teverson’s calls for the government to scale up the retrofit agenda in the UK.
The energy sector can power a sustainable, green recovery. Here’s how Partner content
Coronavirus
By Energy UK
The energy sector can power a sustainable, green recovery. Here’s how
Big ambitious infrastructure programmes to upgrade our housing, decarbonise transport and create a modern flexible energy system, along with the development of industrial clusters based around new low carbon technologies, will provide exactly the scale of economic stimulus we need.
Coronavirus
By Calor Gas
Improving the energy efficiency of existing homes is key to eradicating fuel poverty and decarbonising heat from households
A quick win would be to tweak the EPC calculation so it is fair for the countryside, especially as raising the EPC may in future be legally required before selling or renting a property.
Coronavirus
By Cadent
We will need a mix of technologies and locality-specific solutions to decarbonise our heating system
Cadent have responded to Wera Hobhouse MP.
Improving the energy efficiency of our homes is central to a green recovery
Coronavirus
By Wera Hobhouse MP
Improving the energy efficiency of our homes is central to a green recovery
Investing in improving the energy efficiency of our homes has the potential to create desperately needed jobs, as well as helping to achieve a carbon zero future, protecting our planet for future generations.
What might a green recovery from Covid-19 look like?
Coronavirus
By Dods Monitoring
What might a green recovery from Covid-19 look like?
The term ‘green recovery’ has gained increasing traction as the economic fallout from Covid-19 has become apparent. As the economy entered a slump, there were increasing pressures from campaigners, think tanks, Whitehall and now even royalty (Prince Charles) for the Government to prioritise low carbon solutions in the UK’s economic recovery.
After coronavirus, we need a Green New Deal to deliver full employment fast
Coronavirus
By Liam Byrne MP
After coronavirus, we need a Green New Deal to deliver full employment fast
Instead of restoring the economy of old, we need to replace it with something better. Here are five big steps for a just, clean, green future.
Green homes for green places: the search for a solution that doesn’t cost the earth Partner content
Energy
By Calor Gas
Green homes for green places: the search for a solution that doesn’t cost the earth
To go further and help decarbonise more ‘hard to treat’ homes, it’s critical that bioLPG is recognised by the new Green Gas Support Scheme which the BEIS consultation proposes.
Coronavirus
By SSE
Greenprint for a cleaner, resilient economy
The UK Government should greenlight billions of pounds of private investment in low carbon infrastructure to help the economy rebound from coronavirus, says energy firm SSE.
The UK must build an economy that is cleaner and more resilient Partner content
Coronavirus
By SSE
The UK must build an economy that is cleaner and more resilient
Although not as immediately felt as those from coronavirus, the impacts from a failure to deal with climate change could be even greater.
Now is the right time for bold and ambitious climate leadership Partner content
Coronavirus
By IKEA
Now is the right time for bold and ambitious climate leadership
While the Covid-19 pandemic represents the biggest immediate threat to our way of life today, it is crucial that we don't lose sight of the existential threat of the climate emergency.
Our recovery from this crisis must put people and environment ahead of economic growth
Coronavirus
By Caroline Lucas MP and Clive Lewis MP
Our recovery from this crisis must put people and environment ahead of economic growth
As we rebuild after the pandemic, it's time to embrace a post-growth economy and build a fairer, healthier, happier and greener society, write Green MP Caroline Lucas and Labour MP Clive Lewis