Value retailer Poundland has vowed to slash its operational carbon footprint by half by the end of this year as part of a range of sustainability targets.
UK Space Agency invests £9m to monitor climate change
The UK Space Agency has announced £9 million in funding for satellite instruments to monitor climate, its largest investment into early-stage tech.
Ad Net Zero appoints lead climate advisor to drive best practice
Ad Net Zero, the global climate action programme for the ad industry, has appointed Dr. Bill Wescott as lead climate science and policy advisor.
2 out of 3 small businesses need more support to go green
Small businesses in the UK have called for additional support to go green, with nearly two-thirds saying they need more help to do so.
London Marathon runners ditch 18.9 tonnes of clothing
CBI urges UK to use tax incentives to drive green change
Nestlé invests in Ocean 14 ‘blue economy’ fund
Nestlé has invested in the Ocean 14 Capital Fund I, which focuses on delivering a regenerative “blue economy,” as part of its net zero drive.
B&Q on track for 100% responsible sourcing of wood and paper in 2024
DIY retailer B&Q hit a 99.3% rate of responsible sourcing of wood and paper products in 2023, putting it on track to achieve its target of 100% responsible sourcing of wood and paper this year.
McLaren unveils raft of latest sustainability successes
McLaren has revealed its latest sustainability successes in its third annual sustainability report, including a 25% reduction in emissions from facilities and fuel usage.
3 out of 4 UK consumers say government must prioritise plastic waste
Three-quarters of UK consumers say government needs to prioritise the battle against plastic pollution and force the industry to reduce packaging.
UK govt announces £86m wind for world’s most advanced wind turbine test facility
Selfridges showcases repurpose, reuse and repair innovation instore
Selfridges has opened a Reselfridges instore pop-up to highlight repurposing, reusing and repairing unwanted items and waste materials.
‘Revolutionary’ Kensa heat pump recognised by Science Museum
The Kensa heat pump – which helped to halve energy bills for social housing residents – has been recognised as a green heating pioneer.
90% of FMCG packaging experts say shift from plastic is too slow
The FMCG industry must accelerate its move to alternative packaging, according to new data showing 87% of packaging experts say the switch needs to happen faster.
Poundland updates on 2024 sustainability targets ahead of new five-year strategy
Value retailer Poundland has vowed to slash its operational carbon footprint by half by the end of this year as part of a range of sustainability targets.
UK Space Agency invests £9m to monitor climate change
The UK Space Agency has announced £9 million in funding for satellite instruments to monitor climate, its largest investment into early-stage tech.
Ad Net Zero appoints lead climate advisor to drive best practice
Ad Net Zero, the global climate action programme for the ad industry, has appointed Dr. Bill Wescott as lead climate science and policy advisor.
2 out of 3 small businesses need more support to go green
Small businesses in the UK have called for additional support to go green, with nearly two-thirds saying they need more help to do so.
London Marathon runners ditch 18.9 tonnes of clothing
CBI urges UK to use tax incentives to drive green change
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