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06 March 2023
Historic high seas treaty set to protect our oceans
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Following two decades of negotiations, United Nations member states have agreed on a legal framework that will protect 30 per cent of our oceans by 2030.
06 March 2023
Green Economy launches new guide on solar market prospects
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The new guide explores opportunities and trends in the solar energy market, with guidance on entering the sector for tradespeople with transferable skills.
03 March 2023
East Yorkshire welcomes Europe’s largest battery energy storage system
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Harmony Energy has lunched the largest battery energy storage system (BESS) in Europe, setting up base in East Yorkshire.
27 February 2023
Are electric vehicles the gateway to clean tech adoption?
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2022 was a record year for small-scale clean tech installations, with rooftop solar more than doubling and heat pumps also booming, but are EVs the key starting point for homes and businesses?
24 February 2023
What SMEs want to help them act on climate crisis
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We round up the latest surveys which highlight the key barriers preventing SMEs from making progress on climate action and net zero, and what kind of support they want to receive.
21 February 2023
Carbon offsets: dangerous distraction or vital tool in the climate toolbox?
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Arguments have erupted in the green sector over the merits of carbon offsetting. Some see it as a crucial ‘no regrets’ option for businesses, but others say it is “worse than doing nothing”.
16 February 2023
‘Climate quitting’ a growing trend
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New research shows how vital Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments are for attracting new talent, with nearly half of young workers considering ESG when looking for a job.
14 February 2023
Retrofitting creates trade-off between efficiency and heritage for buildings
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Retrofitting properties with relevant green tech is essential for improving energy efficiency and decarbonising the property sector. Improving the efficiency of heritage properties creates a trade-off for developers, but it’s possible to create energy efficient buildings while protecting heritage.
10 February 2023
Smart EV charging will ‘change how we think about energy’
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The government has published a new action plan to seize on the potential of smart electric vehicle technology, with the ambition of making smart charging “the norm” at home and work by 2025.
09 February 2023
Wigan Believe in Business Festival 2023
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This week Green Economy attended Wigan’s Believe in Business Festival - a celebration of a vibrant local business community - met Green Economy members and spoke to local leaders about the net zero challenge.
08 February 2023
Energy prices driving rooftop solar boom
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The energy price crisis is driving the fastest deployment of solar power for eight years, with Google searches for solar panels reaching their highest ever level, according to industry insiders.
07 February 2023
New Department for Energy Security and Net Zero revealed
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The Prime Minister has announced a major reshuffle of government departments, creating a brand-new role of Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. But why?