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Articles tagged with: Climate change
The future of marine power: are we heading for collision or collaboration? Partner content
Environment
By Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB)
The future of marine power: are we heading for collision or collaboration?
As we are grappled by the nature and climate emergency, it has never been more important to seek joint solutions for our climate, and for our habitats and wildlife too. But as we strive to pioneer renewable expansion, are we at risk of forgetting the health of our seas? A collision of priorities must not be our downfall, this is the decade for collaboration.
COP28 – Solar’s chance to shine Partner content
Environment
By Lightsource bp
COP28 – Solar’s chance to shine
The energy landscape is changing. We believe renewable energy is the future. And that future is now.
Kwasi Kwarteng Says COP28 Should Not 'Bully' Developing Countries To Net Zero
Environment
Kwasi Kwarteng Says COP28 Should Not "Bully" Developing Countries To Net Zero
Britain and the Western world must ensure action and dialogue to tackle climate change does not become part of a “neocolonial bubble” that "bullies" developing countries towards net zero, according to former chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng ahead of COP28.
Greening the Nation: Setting the agenda ahead of COP28 Partner content
Environment
By Total Politics Impact
Greening the Nation: Setting the agenda ahead of COP28
With COP28 just weeks away, the latest issue of The House magazine includes a special report on Greening the Nation. Bringing together politicians, businesses, and consumers, hear from a range of voices on how the UK can lead from the front in tackling the climate crisis.
My dream manifesto for change
Political parties
By Lord Dubs
My dream manifesto for change
After 44 years in Parliament I’ve seen countless governments come and go. With a potential Labour government on the horizon, what would I include in a wish-list manifesto?
The Conservative Party must rediscover Thatcher’s pioneering climate leadership
Environment
By Lord Deben
The Conservative Party must rediscover Thatcher’s pioneering climate leadership
This year, conference meets with Britain having lost its status as a world leader in the battle against climate change, now relegated to an also-ran.
Regenerative farming can save the UK from food crisis
Environment
By Julian Sturdy MP
Regenerative farming can save the UK from food crisis
With the wet weather in the United Kingdom over recent months only recently punctuated by a burst of late summer sun, you might think the prolonged heatwaves of last summer are a thing of the past.
It’s time to put an end to aviation’s tax privilege Partner content
Environment
By Transport & Environment
It’s time to put an end to aviation’s tax privilege
The aviation sector unfairly benefits from enormous tax breaks. And that has huge climate change implications.
Energy Leaders Leaning Towards Labour's Green Policies As Tories Waver
Energy
Energy Leaders Leaning Towards Labour's Green Policies As Tories Waver
Energy industry bosses have praised Labour's approach to green policy as criticism mounts over the government's rhetoric on the environment.
Military Warned To Urgently Adapt To Climate Change Threats
Environment
Military Warned To Urgently Adapt To Climate Change Threats
The Ministry of Defence must adapt its strategic resilience to cope with changing demands from climate change, a new defence committee report has warned.
Government Cooling On Green Pledges Could Damage Business And Investment
Energy
Government Cooling On Green Pledges Could Damage Business And Investment
MPs and business leaders have warned that government drifting away from environmental commitments could compromise business and investment in the UK.
Rishi Sunak Warned Watering Down Net Zero 'Will Not Help' Tory Party Prospects
Environment
Rishi Sunak Warned Watering Down Net Zero "Will Not Help" Tory Party Prospects
A co-author of the Conservative party's 2019 manifesto has urged Rishi Sunak to stick with the government's net zero pledge, warning that watering it down and indulging sceptics will not be a vote winner at the general election.
Labour’s mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower must also create jobs
Environment
By Baroness Young of Old Scone
Labour’s mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower must also create jobs
It is pretty clear from the withering letter Lord Deben, outgoing chair of the Climate Change Committee (CCC), wrote to the Prime Minister last month that he is less than content with the government’s diminishing commitment to tackle climate change effectively at home and maintaining our global leadership role on this issue.
'Altogether we are failing to deliver': The Lord Deben interview
Environment
By Sophie Church
"Altogether we are failing to deliver": The Lord Deben interview
Lord Deben has chaired the Climate Change Committee for 11 years. As he prepares to step down, he speaks to Sophie Church about how government is responding to the challenges facing our climate and the danger of delayed action. Photography by Louise Haywood-Schiefer
The Climate and Ecology Bill is our best chance to tackle the climate crisis
Environment
By Caroline Lucas MP, Wera Hobhouse MP and Olivia Blake MP
The Climate and Ecology Bill is our best chance to tackle the climate crisis
The Climate and Ecology Bill (CE Bill) was reintroduced in the Commons on 10 May, supported by MPs from all parties. We’re proud to add our names to this urgent proposal for new legislation that is bold enough to get to grips with the environmental emergency.
Top Stories: Government Considers Housing Asylum Seekers on Boats, New Bill Could Block Prison Releases
Home affairs
Top Stories: Government Considers Housing Asylum Seekers on Boats, New Bill Could Block Prison Releases
Government is set to confirm a range of new plans aimed at reducing the use of asylum seeker hotels, which could include use of accommodation on ships and in unused military bases.
Labour will make Britain a clean energy superpower – and innovation in tech is crucial to succeed
Energy
By Chi Onwurah MP
Labour will make Britain a clean energy superpower – and innovation in tech is crucial to succeed
Climate change is one of the defining challenges of our time, an existential threat to our lives, our prosperity and the planet
'A great work': Baroness Bennett reviews 'The Earth Transformed'
Books & culture
By Baroness Bennett
'A great work': Baroness Bennett reviews 'The Earth Transformed'
A study of the impact of a changing climate on world civilisation from the beginning of recorded history to the present day, Peter Frankopan debunks many long-held assumptions
The Falkland Islands share the collective responsibility to tackle the climate crisis
Environment
By Peter Biggs
The Falkland Islands share the collective responsibility to tackle the climate crisis
In the Falkland Islands, the foundations of our livelihoods are reliant on our environment - fishing, agriculture, tourism - and these key sectors would not exist without healthy ecosystems.
Chancellor Defends Financial Squeeze, More Strikes Underway, COP27 Ends
Economy
Chancellor Defends Financial Squeeze, More Strikes Underway, COP27 Ends
As the UK enters a recession, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has defended his "difficult" Autumn Statement, multiple unions are set to take further strike action, and climate change talks come to a close at the COP27 summit in Egypt.
Lords Diary: Baroness Jones
Environment
By Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb
Lords Diary: Baroness Jones
Despite all the recent political turbulence, the challenges of the Lords keep Baroness Jones young
The UK is offering debt deferrals for developing countries vulnerable to climate shocks
Environment
By James Cartlidge MP
The UK is offering debt deferrals for developing countries vulnerable to climate shocks
From record breaking heat in India to flooding in Sudan, some of the world’s most vulnerable people are paying the punishing price for climate change.
Lula’s victory in Brazil is a win for tackling the climate crisis
Environment
By Fabian Hamilton MP
Lula’s victory in Brazil is a win for tackling the climate crisis
Following the election victories for progressives in Colombia and Chile earlier this year, the fresh hope generated has travelled across Latin America.
Rishi Sunak Confirms He Will Attend COP27 Despite Ruling Out Going
Environment
Rishi Sunak Confirms He Will Attend COP27 Despite Ruling Out Going
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has U-turned on his decision not to attend the COP27 climate summit in Egypt this week, shortly after Boris Johnson confirmed he would be going.