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Welsh Gov receives ECA backing for green skills plan

The Welsh Government has published recommendations from its green skills review, with the plan receiving the backing of the ECA. 

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Narrow path to net zero, but fossil fuels need to go now, notes the IEA

It’s still possible to reach net zero emissions by 2050, but it requires all new fossil fuel projects to be scrapped from this year.

Why a flexible energy system is key to a net zero future

The Carbon Trust says a flexible energy system could cut the cost of reaching net zero by up to £16.7 billion a year in 2050.

UK Power Networks carbon reduction plan endorsed by Science-Based Target Initiative

UK Power Networks has become the first UK DNO to have its carbon reduction plan and targets endorsed by the Science-Based Target Initiative.

Why I’m withdrawing my support for the Cumbria coal mine

In my most recent column, I challenged those who condemned Cumbria County Council for backing a new coal mine, now I'm withdrawing my support.

Powered On: What is the UK Government doing to achieve net zero?

In this week’s episode of Powered On, we go beyond net zero to ascertain what the government plans to do to help us ‘build back greener’.

When will the UK Government actually act on its green commitments?

The UK Government makes many promises when it comes to being green, but when will it actually achieve these goals?

Ansell Lighting ditches plastic in favour of sustainable packaging

Ansell Lighting has become the latest manufacturer to make the move to more sustainable packaging, as it ditches single-use plastic.

Second largest increase in annual carbon emissions predicted for 2021

The International Energy Agency is predicting that a post-pandemic boom will lead to the second largest increase in annual carbon emissions.

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