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.
IEA releases comprehensive study of how to transition to a net zero energy system by 2050
World’s first comprehensive energy roadmap shows government actions to rapidly boost clean energy and reduce fossil fuel use can create millions of jobs, lift economic growth and keep net zero in reach.
UK Government urged to use geothermal to aid the green recovery
The Renewable Energy Association (REA) has released a new report with ARUP which details how geothermal can be used to aid the green recovery.
Nicaragua signs the Paris Agreement while UN urges the world to upscale climate policies
A month after Nicaragua announced its intention to join the Paris Agreement, the country officially committed to the landmark climate accord, - one day after UNFCCC published a new report urging policymakers to upscale existing and new climate policies in order for the Paris goals to be met.
Sri Lanka to achieve 100% renewables by 2050
The UN Development Programme (UNDP) and Asian Development Bank (ADB) just released a joint report called Assessment of Sri Lanka’s Power Sector—100 percent Electricity Generation through Renewable Energy by 2050.
France to end coal production by 2023
French President Francois Hollande announced during COP22 that all coal plants in France will close by 2023
Morocco targets 100% renewable energy
Host of COP22, Morocco, is amongst a group of 48 countries that have committed to meeting 100 per cent domestic renewable energy production.
Sustainable Innovation Forum leads the way for private sector innovation and spurs action at COP22
COP22 side-event brings together influential private and public players who seek to realise the Paris Agreement’s ambitions
Germany is world’s first country to release a 2050 emission reduction plan
During COP22 in Marrakech on 14 November, the German Cabinet became the first country to approve and release a new long-term plan for climate action until 2050 – the Climate Protection Plan 2050
Summary of UN climate talks COP22 in Marrakech
Two weeks ago, the UN climate talks – COP22 – started in Marrakech, gathering 200 countries to discuss the implementation of the Paris Agreement
UN climate talks start at COP22 in Marrakech
Last Tuesday, the UN’s climate talks have opened in Marrakech, with representatives from 196 countries focusing on the implementation of the Paris Agreement, under the stewardship of the Moroccan Foreign Minister, Salaheddine Mezouar
Morocco to raise $30bn for agriculture adaptation in Africa
A new initiative aims at mobilising US $30 billion to help the agriculture sector in African countries to adapt to climate change.
Turkish renewable energy sector targeted
Saudi Arabia-based power project developer, ACWA Power, is planning to enter the renewable energy sector in Turkey.
70 nations gathered in Marrakech to prepare for COP22
On 18 and 19 October, a Pre-COP Ministerial Meeting was held to prepare for COP22, which is hosted in Marrakech from 7 to 8 November
Formula E joins forces with COP22 for Marrakech ePrix
Organisers of the FIA Formula E Championship have today announced that the world’s first fully-electric racing series will be an official partner of COP22 for the inaugural Marrakesh ePrix with the support of the high patronage of King Mohammed VI of Morocco
$100bn for climate finance in developing countries
Developed countries have reiterated their promise to finance climate change in developing countries worth up to $100bn per year
Landmark climate change deal struck this weekend
Nearly 200 nations have agreed to a legally binding deal to cut back on greenhouse gases used in refrigerators and air conditioners.