Energy Security Strategy
On the 6th of April 2022 the government published its Energy Security Strategy, which many had hoped would contain policies to address a mounting number of concerns. As would be expected it delivered for some, but others felt there were missed opportunities and could have gone further. The policies recognise that we need to move […]
5 Reasons to Consider Solar PV for your Business
Never has there been a better time for your business to evaluate its environmental approach. Now more than ever, consumers are choosing brands based upon their sustainable outlook and how they support a greener way of living. From sustainable fashion to eco-friendly products, planting trees to renewable energy (including solar) – as consumers it’s important […]
Sustainable Travel
There are lots of areas that we can look at incorporating more sustainable ways of living such as fashion and homeware. There has been a lot of talk recently around the area of sustainability, especially within the travel industry, with many businesses and individuals looking at different ways of reducing their carbon footprint in order […]
Sustainable Fashion
Fashion is one of the biggest industries in the world with billions of garments being made every year, so it’s understandable that more people are looking for ways to be more sustainable and buy from more ethical brands. With more and more people becoming more ethically minded and the push towards being more sustainable, it […]
Coal to be no more come 2024
Coal has been part of the UK’s electricity mix since the very beginning of centralised power generation. The world’s first coal-fired power station was built in Holborn, London in 1882, putting the UK at the forefront of cutting-edge technology at the time. The fossil fuel is a reliable means for both baseload power and providing a […]
Are we doing enough collectively for future generations to live sustainably?
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development If you have not heard of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, it is an agenda set out by the United Nations as a plan of action for people, the planet and prosperity. The goals and targets that they set out will inspire action over the next fifteen years in […]
Checkpoint Changes – On The Road To Net Zero
We all thought the legally-binding commitment to reduce UK carbon emissions to Net Zero by 2050 was ambitious, but now the Government has committed to a 78% by 2035 (against 1990 levels). The latest Carbon Budget, published on 20 April, now commits the country to a very challenging interim target on our journey. Following recommendations […]
Renewable Energy & Self-Generation
Energy is an inevitable cost for most businesses. As costs fluctuate and environmental legislation becomes increasingly complex, more businesses are investigating the opportunities offered by renewable energy sources. These technologies are becoming ever more important as we move towards a more sustainable society. There are a wide range of options available for businesses looking to […]