Pursuing net-zero could lift the UK out of the coronavirus crisis and economic slump and boost our economic and public health to protect…
Continue ReadingTransport Emissions to Fall by 28 Million Tonnes Due to Lockdown
Written by Lauren Smith in Climate Change
Greenhouse gas emissions from the UK’s transport sector will plummet this year, as lockdown measures keep 97% of the population home.
Continue ReadingThe harsh weather that sent the mercury plunging and snowed Brits into their homes two years ago increased our contribution to global warming,…
Continue ReadingMore Than Half of Britons Have Been Climate Shamed
Written by Lauren Smith in Climate Change Environment
Snide comments under Instagram snaps of jet set holidays. Sly remarks about your carnivorous diet. Raised eyebrows when your meal’s packaging doesn’t end…
Continue ReadingThree-Quarters of Britons Want the Government to Do More to Support Renewable Energy
Written by Lauren Smith in Climate Change
A majority of Britons believe the government is responsible for tackling climate change and would like it to extend more support to renewables.
Continue ReadingBudget airline EasyJet has vowed to become the world’s first major carrier to offset carbon emissions from all its flights.
Continue ReadingMore Onshore Wind Capacity Needed for the UK to Hit Net Zero
Written by Lauren Smith in Climate Change
The UK will miss its legally binding net zero by 2050 target unless it significantly ramps up its onshore wind capacity, according RenewableUK.
Continue ReadingUK Won’t Meet Net Zero Goal Without Energy Efficient Buildings, MPs Warn
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The UK “stands no chance” of meeting its goal of cutting carbon emissions to net zero unless it improves the energy efficiency of…
Continue ReadingCarbon Footprint of the Royals Rises, as the UK Commits to Net Zero by 2050
Written by Lauren Smith in Climate Change
Departing Prime Minister Theresa May has committed the UK to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050, but the memo hasn’t been received…
Continue ReadingMore than two thirds of people in the UK want faster political action to fight climate change, according to a poll.
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