One in five new cars bought are electric vehicles and 29% of sales are hybrid according to new data from the ZEV focused NGO New Automotive.
New revenue certainty scheme to support sustainable aviation fuel production
The Department for Transport has introduced a revenue certainty scheme as part of the UK’s sustainable aviation fuel programme.
Single-use plastics ban: retailers need to start sourcing replacement stock, warns Bira
Bira is urging retailers to start preparing for the single-use plastic ban coming into force on 1 October.
McDonald’s strips references to ESG from US website
McDonald’s has removed the term ESG from some parts of its website in a move which distances the company from its sustainability journey.
Carbon Trust swaps carbon neutral labels for emission-reduction focused labels
The Carbon Trust is replacing carbon neutral labels for new labels that focus on emission reduction and comparisons of products carbon footprints.
UK solar could be a ‘dumping ground’ for products of Xinjiang forced labour
The UK could become a ‘dumping ground’ for solar energy projects made by Xinjiang forced labour if the government rejects energy bill amendment.
High Court to hear whether UK’s net zero plans are ‘unlawful’
The High Court is set to hear legal challenges brought by campaigners over the government’s net zero plan.
‘We don’t envy her job’: Reactions to Claire Coutinho’s appointment
From questions around the oil industry (owing to the Prime Minister’s expansion of drilling), to concerns around changing leadership in the government and whether she’ll listen to scientists, she faces a tough job.
