A survey conducted on behalf of the Local Government Association (LGA) also found that a “bureaucratic: bidding system for short-term funding contracts is hampering efforts to reach net zero.
Network Rail to spend £2.8bn to cope with extreme weather
Network Rail is to spend nearly £3bn protecting the nation’s railways from its “biggest challenge” of the climate crisis and extreme weather.
Selfridges expands Reselfridges eco concept across all stores
Selfridges is responding to increasing demand for more sustainable shopping by expanding its Reselfridges second-hand and circular concept across all of its stores.
The Range transforms warehouse rooftops into solar power plants
Retail chain The Range is turning its warehouse rooftops into solar power plants in a bid to cut its carbon footprint and energy bills.
H&M reports 24% cut in emissions as it commits to ‘circular fashion’
H&M’s 2023 Sustainability Report highlights the fashion brand’s achievements, such as using sustainable materials and reducing climate impact.
Tesco teams up with NatWest to help farmers decarbonise
The voluntary scheme will provide 1,500 Tesco farmers with preferential rates on finance to help them switch to sustainable farming methods.
F1 switches to Forest Stewardship Council-approved tyres
The Pirelli tyres used in F1 races have switched to those approved by an NGO as meeting its standards for sustainable forestry.
Households holding on to more e-waste than ever, campaigners warn
E-waste is on the rise with the average UK household holding onto as many as 30 unwanted and broken electricals, warns campaign group.
City of London sets out Square Mile net zero target of 2040
City of London corporation has published its corporate plan for 2024 to 2029, outlining its progress so far and the eco targets it aims to hit.
Farming and construction vehicles set for ‘hydrogen-powered revolution’
The government has launched a four-week consultation to amend existing rules on hydrogen-powered NRMM (non-road mobile machinery).
