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ABB to cut carbon emissions through fleet electrification, renewable energy

ABB has announced a new commitment to reducing its carbon emissions, with the firm aiming to electrify its entire vehicle fleet by 2030.

How phasing out coal in Germany will strain the country’s electricity grid

In Germany, ditching coal-fired power stations turns out to be easier said than done, according to new research from EnAppSys.

Why installing active fire protection can improve a building’s sustainability

Sustainability isn't just about reducing your carbon emissions during the use of a building, but also preventing the loss of the building.

The positive case for fighting climate change

It's time to concentrate on the positive case for fighting climate change, rather than yet another Project Fear.

Recolight webinar to highlight how the lighting industry is planning for net zero

Recolight is hosting a webinar on May 27 to discuss how the lighting sector will achieve the feat of net zero.

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’.

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