Day: 1 November 2018

Researchers: CCS key for zero-emission cement

The construction sector can cut polluting emissions up to 80% by applying efficiency measures along the whole value chain, according to new research. If combined with carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology, emissions could even be brought down to zero by 2050, they argue.

Glasgow unveils ambition to become Scotland’s first ‘circular city’

Glasgow City Council has this week outlined a plan to become Scotland's first "circular city", by reducing its domestic and commercial waste footprint and implementing measures to encourage reuse and recycling.

EDF Energy to install 1,500 V2G chargers across UK

EDF Energy will deploy up to 1,500 Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) chargers across the UK which will help businesses generate revenue from electric vehicles (EVs) through energy storage and flexibility.

No legal barriers to cross-border electricity trading in no-deal Brexit scenario

National Grid has given assurances there will be no legal barriers to continued cross-border electricity trading in the case of a no-deal Brexit.

Perfume giant Firmenich unveils approved science-based targets

Perfume company Firmenich has had a goal to reduce Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 39% approved by the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).

Government snubs MPs’ calls for mandatory climate-risk reporting

Ministers have rejected recommendations from MPs to introduce mandatory climate-related financial disclosures for large firms and asset owners.

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