The research reveals that private firms lag behind public companies on setting net zero targets as well as the ‘integrity’ of their strategies to hit net zero targets.
Plastic wet wipes to be banned in the UK by summer
The new law means it will be illegal to sell wet wipes containing plastic in England, with the law being rolled out to the rest of the UK later this year.
M&S and Oxfam trial free postal donation for pre-loved clothes
The initiative, which is looking to reduce the levels of textiles being sent to landfills or incineration, marks a growth in the relationship between M&S and Oxfam.
European festivals show ‘significant improvement’ in sustainability efforts
Non-profit AGF scrutinised data on mobility, food, water, energy, waste and carbon emissions from almost 40 EU festivals in 2023.
Business campaigners urge government to help them get greener
Climate campaigners delivered a red budget box to parliament, urging the government to support businesses in their sustainability efforts.
Nature-inspired music initiative to raise £32m for green causes
The sound of nature is being recognised as an artist for its contribution to the music industry to raise money for global conservation efforts.
Deposit return scheme trial shows public ‘open’ to scheme
Organisers of a trial digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) in Wales say the results show it is a “convenient” and “simple” solution.
London’s O2 Arena removes 540 tonnes of carbon during green gigs
The pilot events saw O2 owner AEG Europe teaming up with carbon removal experts CUR8 and sustainable event specialists A Greener Future.
WWF says ‘Offsets are not a substitute’ as it wades into STBi row
The intervention from wildlife charity WWF comes amid a fierce debate around carbon credits, which has caused outrage within the SBTi itself.