The UK has today opened its wings and committed to reaching net zero aviation by 2050

The MAST-U machine is expected to be the forerunner of the UK’s first fusion power plant which is forecast for completion by 2040

The cumulative amount of plastic in the ocean is forecast to reach 600m tonnes by 2040, equivalent in weight to more than three million blue whales

The projects are expected to commence operations in 2029

The new target aims to help the country meet 65% of its electricity consumption with renewable energy in a decade

The business also plans to halve its absolute carbon dioxide emissions by 2030 compared to the figures from 2018

The International Energy Agency says this is vital to ensure a secure and sustainable future for the global population

That’s the forecast from Wood Mackenzie, which suggests most countries across the region are on track to deliver on their individual National Energy and Climate Plans

Ben van Beurden said a closer date would help provide clarity for energy companies

Governments, investors and businesses could halve global carbon emissions by 2040. That’s according to the Energy Transitions Commission (ETC), which says it is technically and economically feasible to provide affordable, reliable, clean energy for all while meeting the Paris Agreement climate targets. It adds immediate action is needed to make the most of falling renewable energy […]