Metals go green

Energy giant Masdar and aluminium company EGA have teamed up to develop sustainable aluminium production

Nearly £60 million in UK heat pump funding remains unused

Despite earmarking £150 million annually from 2022 to 2025 to replace fossil fuel boilers with heat pumps, the government has faced criticism as over £60 million remains unspent

Greenwich adopts hybrid solar street lights

The borough’s adoption of solar-powered lighting solutions aims to reduce its environmental impact while also lowering energy costs

Thames Water’s poo power project lights up south west London

Thames Water has implemented a new initiative, converting sewage sludge into electricity at two treatment sites in south west London

Biffa acquires Hull pellet plant

Biffa has acquired a plant in Hull which can transform 100,000 tonnes of non-recyclable household waste into sustainable fuel pellets, primarily for the cement industry

Small businesses prioritise climate change, yet face barriers

A recent survey conducted indicates a growing emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas emissions among small and medium-sized enterprises in 2023

Cows on a ‘greener’ diet to reduce carbon footprint

M&S has introduced a new feed supplement for cows, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with milk production

Zero energy bills homes unveiled

Tilia Homes and Hopkins Homes have teamed up with Octopus Energy to introduce ‘zero bills’ homes, ensuring green technology and no energy bills

UK hits halfway mark on journey to net zero

Recent data indicates that the UK has reached the halfway point toward its goal of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions, with emissions having been cut by 53% between 1990 and 2023

National Gas adopts tech to cut pipeline emissions

A new technology has been used by National Gas in Scotland, reducing carbon dioxide emissions during pipeline maintenance by 95%