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Articles tagged with: Climate change
Teesside leading the way to net-zero, creating jobs and future-proofing the economy
Energy
By Ben Houchen
Teesside leading the way to net-zero, creating jobs and future-proofing the economy
Tees Valley, located in the North East, has historically been an industrial hub in the UK. Lord Houchen, the Tees Valley metro mayor, outlines new plans to build on that legacy and make it the world’s first net-zero industrial cluster by 2040
‘Place’ is the key to effective climate action
Environment
By Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission
‘Place’ is the key to effective climate action
UK climate action is broadening from net-zero to wider strategies. Andrew Wood, Senior Engagement and Impact Officer, and Kate Lock, Policy and Communications Manager, at the Yorkshire & Humber Climate Commission suggests that combining emissions reduction with adaptation, restoring nature, and a focus on fairness could safeguard communities and drive the needed change
How the environmental audit committee is leading the charge to address the climate crisis
Environment
By Toby Perkins MP
How the environmental audit committee is leading the charge to address the climate crisis
As climate change impacts communities across the UK, the newly elected chair of the Environmental Audit Committee, Toby Perkins MP, shares his commitment to driving bold environmental action, holding the government ac-countable, and restoring the UK’s leadership on the global stage
The Earl of Sandwich reviews 'The Burning Question'
Books & culture
By Earl of Sandwich
The Earl of Sandwich reviews 'The Burning Question'
Andrew Gilmour has made a rare attempt to understand the triple nexus of climate change, conflict and migration
Why our economic future depends on a bold shift to renewable energy
Energy
By Mark Garnier MP
Why our economic future depends on a bold shift to renewable energy
Our economic growth has long relied on fossil fuels, but as the climate crisis intensifies, shifting to renewable energy is essential. Mark Garnier MP highlights the challenges ahead: navigating costs, timelines and technology
The government’s green agenda must bring people with it
Environment
By Earl Russell, Liberal Democrat Lords Spokesperson for Energy Security and Net Zero
The government’s green agenda must bring people with it
Labour’s green mission signals a bold shift toward decarbonising the UK by 2030. But without detailed plans for key areas, the policy risks falling short. To succeed, Earl Russell claims that the government must secure broad public support for a just and resilient transition
UK’s race to net-zero threatened by shifting EV targets and infrastructure challenges
Environment
By Matt Western MP
UK’s race to net-zero threatened by shifting EV targets and infrastructure challenges
As the UK pushes toward a 2050 net-zero target, electric vehicles are key to cutting emissions. Matt Western MP, chair of the Electric Vehicle APPG, explains how challenges in infrastructure, consumer incentives and shifting government policies threaten that progress
UK leadership is in a decisive decade for global climate action
Environment
By Kerry McCarthy MP
UK leadership is in a decisive decade for global climate action
With the clock ticking on climate change, Kerry McCarthy MP, Minister for Climate, sets out how the government is intensifying efforts to cut emissions, expand clean energy and lead a global drive for a sustainable future
The UK must lead the green innovation conversation
Environment
By Chi Onwurah MP
The UK must lead the green innovation conversation
In light of the government’s ambition to make Britain a clean energy superpower, Chi Onwurah MP, chair of the Science, Innovation and Technology Committee, reiterates the need for the UK to remain at the forefront of innovation policy
Renewables and biomethane lead the charge
Energy
By Natascha Engel
Renewables and biomethane lead the charge
As the government announces its aim to reduce the UK’s carbon emissions, former Labour MP Natascha Engel explores how biomethane can play a role in helping the UK meet its net-zero targets
Real solutions for a climate-resilient future
Environment
By Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb
Real solutions for a climate-resilient future
The recent floods in Spain are a stark reminder that climate change demands urgent, practical action. Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb states that the government should focus on investing in mass insulation, public transport and renewable energy to lead to genuine progress
World disasters expose the true cost of fossil fuel dependency
Energy
By Barry Gardiner MP
World disasters expose the true cost of fossil fuel dependency
As climate disasters take place across the world, the true cost of fossil fuel reliance comes into stark focus. With billions spent on subsidies and climate commitments unmet, Barry Gardiner MP, chair of the Climate, Nature and Security APPG, asks: will leaders finally act before the next disaster strikes?
The UK can continue to be a leader on climate change
Environment
By Alasdair Johnstone, Head of Parliamentary Engagement, Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit
The UK can continue to be a leader on climate change
With strong support for net-zero among MPs and the public, the UK is poised to lead on climate action, says Alasdair Johnstone, a former senior strategy advisor for the Cabinet Office’s COP26 Unit. As the government returns from COP29, Britain’s long-standing climate policies and growing green economy reflect our global climate influence
Building for a greener future
Environment
By Baroness Taylor of Stevenage
Building for a greener future
Aiming for 1.5 million new homes, the government plans to create affordable, eco-friendly housing that drives growth, lowers energy bills, and protects green spaces. Lords Minister for Housing and Local Government, Baroness Taylor of Stevenage, showcases the government’s plan for building a sustainable, net-zero future for all
Greening the Nation 2024 Partner content
Environment
By Total Politics Impact
Greening the Nation 2024
The signing of the Paris Agreement in 2016 represented a key moment in the global commitment to address climate change. This pledge − to keep the rise in global temperature well below 2C, ideally limiting it to 1.5C − continues to be a critical benchmark worldwide. With COP29 having just concluded in Baku, the international community is once again focused on how to collectively address this issue.
Energy Committee Chair Hopes Trump Will 'Follow The Money' On Net Zero
Energy
Energy Committee Chair Hopes Trump Will "Follow The Money" On Net Zero
Bill Esterson, chair of the energy committee, believes president-elect Donald Trump will want to "follow the money" on energy policy and not bring about a "dramatic" shift in the US approach to tackling climate change.
Parliament can make Britain a clean energy superpower – it must embrace the challenge
Environment
By Luke Murphy
Parliament can make Britain a clean energy superpower – it must embrace the challenge
Lifting the ban on onshore wind, approving new solar farms and ending support for the Cumbrian coal mine: all down payments to put Britain on the path to becoming a clean energy superpower.
Government's New GB Energy Will Partner With Crown Estate
Environment
Government's New GB Energy Will Partner With Crown Estate
The Government will work with the Crown Estate to deliver Great British Energy, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Thursday at the launch of the major Labour policy.
Cutting electricity bills to boost net-zero Partner content
Environment
By The MCS Foundation
Cutting electricity bills to boost net-zero
The race to install heat pumps is a crucial part of the United Kingdom's net-zero ambitions. David Cowdrey, Acting Chief Executive for The MCS Foundation, calls for reforming electricity pricing to ensure heat pumps are always cheaper to run than gas boilers
A gas distribution network preparing for the energy transition Partner content
Environment
By Cadent
A gas distribution network preparing for the energy transition
Cadent delivers almost as much energy annually as all the electricity networks combined, providing heat and power to half of the United Kingdom’s homes and businesses. Mark Belmega, Director of Sustainability and Social Purpose at Cadent, discusses how their work impacts numerous people’s lives
Plug in to unlock: the benefits of smart meter-enabled EV flexibility Partner content
Environment
By Cornwall Insight
Plug in to unlock: the benefits of smart meter-enabled EV flexibility
Jacob Briggs, Senior Consultant at Cornwall Insight, outlines research by Cornwall Insight, commissioned by Smart Energy GB, demonstrating why charging electric vehicles (EVs) flexibly, with a smart meter, benefits consumers and the energy system as we transition to a smart, flexible and decarbonised future
The role of renewable liquid gases in the fight to reach net-zero Partner content
Environment
By Dimeta
The role of renewable liquid gases in the fight to reach net-zero
As the world transitions to sustainable energy solutions to combat climate change, Sophia Haywood, Director of Advocacy and Communications at Dimeta, calls for the government to embrace a multiple energy solution to help the United Kingdom achieve its net-zero goals
The future needs innovators Partner content
Environment
By Urban Splash
The future needs innovators
Suzy Jones, Director of the Future at regeneration company Urban Splash and recent contributor to the Davos Baukultur Alliance at the World Economic Forum (WEF) head quarters in Geneva, outlines the housing sector’s role in reducing the United Kingdom’s carbon impact
Liberal Democrats tackling climate change
Environment
By Tim Farron MP
Liberal Democrats tackling climate change
With climate change at the top of political parties’ agendas, Tim Farron MP, former Leader of the Liberal Democrats and Spokesperson for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, reiterates the Liberal Democrats’ policies to help the United Kingdom towards its net-zero goals