New research finds England could produce 13 times more clean energy by utilising just 3% of land
Researchers identify new onshore wind and solar sites that utilise less than 3% of land.
New £100m funding platform launched by UKIB to support transition to a zero emission bus network
The UK Infrastructure Bank, Rock Rail and Aviva form partnership to provide a new funding platform for zero emission bus financier ‘Rock Road’.
New data shows majority of companies are overlooking plastic-related risks
Thousands of companies are behind on key steps to tackle plastic pollution in their value chains, according to landmark data released by CDP.
Water now a major risk for world’s supply chains, reports CDP
The water crisis threatens global supply chains as never before, according to new research from CDP.
UK Government to boost food security through science and innovation
The Global Food Security Summit will bring together experts to address the underlying causes of food insecurity and build more resilient food systems.
FAO report reveals hidden costs of agrifood systems
Although current agrifood systems provide nourishment and sustain economies, they also impose huge hidden costs on health and the environment - the equivalent of at least $10 trillion annually - a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has revealed.
Meat and Dairy Giants Failing to Reduce Emissions, With Increase of Over 3% Ahead of COP28
New Investor Data From Coller FAIRR Protein Producer Index Reveals Emissions of Its 20 Largest Meat and Dairy Companies Have Risen in 2023.
As climate impacts accelerate, finance gap for adaptation efforts at least 50% bigger than thought
Progress on climate adaptation is slowing on all fronts when it should be accelerating to catch up with rising climate change impacts and risks, according to a new United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report.
£12.5m for robotics and automation to boost sustainable farming
Mark Spencer has announced 19 innovative projects developing automation and robotic technologies will receive a share of £12.5 million in government funding to boost productivity, food security and sustainable farming practices.
World’s leading companies commit to new global framework for regenerative agriculture practices
SAI Platform is announcing the launch of the ‘Regenerating Together‘ global framework for regenerative agriculture.
Nestlé and Cargill collaborate to transform cocoa shells into low carbon fertilizer
The initiative could produce up to 7,000 tonnes of environmentally friendly fertilizer, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing Nestlé's commitment to sustainability.
UK Government aim to restore peatlands across England by providing a £16 million funding
UK Government make increased efforts to restore thousands of hectares of peatlands to help tackle climate change.
IKEA and GOGLA announce strategic partnership to help the off-grid solar sector
GOGLA and IKEA Foundation form a strategic partnership, with a funding of EUR 4 million to help the off-grid solar sector
CDP findings reveal extreme heat is the worst climate hazard for worlds cities
July 2023 was recorded as the hottest month recorded in human history, CDP finds extreme heat is the worst climate hazard for worlds cities.
High percentage of the leading timber sector not prepared for EU deforestation regulation
EUDR will require companies to ensure their products are verifiably deforestation-free, their origin is known, and they are produced legally in their country of origin
UK Government distribute nearly £4 million in funding for green AI innovations
The UK government increase their funding in AI, to help UK industries decrease carbon emissions in ambition to reach net zero
NFU urges the Government to “put words into action” and take domestic food production seriously
NFU insists that the UK’s self-sufficiency doesn’t drop below its current level of 60%
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Iberdrola launches Carbon2Nature to reduce the carbon footprint through nature-based solutions
Iberdrola launches Carbon2Nature with the mission of developing high-impact nature-based solutions projects that reduce the global carbon footprint, improve biodiversity, and promote a sustainable economy.
Tesco’s ambitious net zero targets validated by targets initiative
Tesco becomes one of the first retailers globally to have its net zero, science-based targets, validated by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)
Climate catastrophes on ports are expected to cause multi-billion-dollar risk to economic activity
New research from Oxford’s Environmental Change Institute expects over $122 billion impact of economic activity, with a staggering $81 billion in international trade.