GreenBiz

DECEMBER 14, 2020

And it may seem unlikely that an industry as carbon-intensive as aviation — a hard-to-abate sector, in the argot of the climate policy crowd — might somehow emerge with its green credentials flying high in a climate-constrained world. Supply, meet demand. percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to ICAO.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 25, 2022

Reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2050 is impossible without urgent changes to national planning policy, analysis by CPRE, the countryside charity, appears to have found. In each case, government planning inspectors have been content to sign off plans without making tackling the climate emergency a central priority.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Renewables are on course to meet almost half of global electricity demand by the end of this decade, according to a new IEA report, with solar as the leading approach. But IEA analysis indicates that fully meeting the tripling target is entirely possible if governments take near-term opportunities for action.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The Government has claimed that it is “on track to reach its target to protect 30% of UK land and sea for nature 2030”, but the department responsible cannot provide any evidence to back-up these assertions, as new findings reveal, which were published on 10 October by environmental groups. Image credit: Marc Barrot , CC BY-NC-ND 2.0

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 17, 2022

The UK government announced new environmental targets in four key areas of air quality, water, waste reduction and woodland cover on 16 March. On air quality, the government has proposed a legally-binding target to halve the levels of PM2.5 Flotsam washed up on Bournemouth Beach (image credit: Nick Fewings 5 Million views , CC BY 2.0

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Hydrogen Fuel News

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Project Termination Amid Financial and Policy Challenges South Koreas government has officially halted plans for a landmark 100MW hydrogen fuel cell power plant in Yeongam, South Jeolla Province. However, spiraling production costs and an overhauled policy landscape eroded its feasibility. KOMIPO) and Doosan Enerbility Co.,

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GreenBiz

APRIL 20, 2021

The once-humdrum electricity sector has become a hub of interest and innovation for the worlds of energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, transportation, buildings, policy, finance and others. That’s leading manufacturers to amp up a new generation of boilers, chillers and other machines and appliances to accommodate the growing demand.

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The recent interest and commitment to water pledges has diverted scarce resources and funds from actions such as watershed conservation and protection, reuse, technology innovation and adoption, public policy innovation, etc. The World Resources Institute has revised its predictions of the water supply-demand deficit to 56 percent by 2030.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 9, 2023

The Government should put an end to the proposed Clean Heat Market Mechanism says the Heating and Hot Water Industry Council (HHIC). The second consultation on the policy is running until 8 June. The HHIC believes the approach is “fundamentally wrong.”

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GreenBiz

APRIL 26, 2021

While electrification and renewable energy are key to decarbonizing the economy, the growing demand for solar PV may be creating a new problem. Today's standard practices for solar manufacturing and disposal need close examination — especially as demands for the cheap, clean energy is set to increase. . Mon, 04/26/2021 - 00:30.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

JANUARY 16, 2025

But with global demand on the rise, how do we speed up the process of reducing emissions? And with the UK government planning to ban the sale of new diesel and petrol HGVs by 2040, theres a real urgency around moving to this technology. These heavy hitters include logistics and transport. But as an industry, we cannot do this alone.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

Government must ensure that tech companies accurately report how much energy and water their data centres are using, according to a report published on 7 February by the National Engineering Policy Centre. Rapidly growing demand could have far-reaching effects, such as competition for renewable energy or drinking water sources.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

Investment by industry, enabled by supportive government policy, will allow the rollout of hydrogen technology at the scale required to deliver on its potential, but also to achieve cost reductions. However, for hydrogen to make an impact on energy transitions, significant advances are needed. taylor flores. Thu, 11/12/2020 - 10:38.

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GreenTechMedia

MAY 29, 2020

.'s largest-ever solar project, received its government planning approvals this week. The developers say they will not seek any government subsidy and will not participate in the contracts for difference (CFD) auction next year. ” Government auction? Despite a reputation for gray skies, the U.K.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 23, 2020

To rebuild the economy, the United States government so far seems to choose to deploy the same playbook it did in 2008: funding legacy companies in industries such as oil and gas. . History has shown us that government funding of visionary projects can have enormous positive outcomes. Back to normal is not an option.

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In its annual Review of Energy Policy 2023, published on 14 December, the UK Energy Research Centre (UKERC) urges the next government to take urgent action on the policies needed to deliver the energy transition. These include council led insulation programmes and the development of heat networks.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) reporting is facing an identity crisis. Propelled by a crescendo of events, including heightened demand from investors, determined pressure from BlackRock’s prolific and influential CEO Larry Fink and political headwinds from a new ESG-friendly U.S. Aman Singh. Thu, 02/11/2021 - 02:11.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 8, 2021

This intrinsically social process, the authors conclude, "demands cooperation that is in shorter supply than are brilliant scientific insights.". food policy. food policy. food policy. Yes, another report. But this one is different, because it examines the messy problem of turning potential into reality. Pull Quote.

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

While the immediate cause is still being investigated, we do know that California’s grid was experiencing multiple, coincident stressors — high demand, generators not performing when called upon and energy imports not showing up. 15, resulted in an electric grid unable to meet customer demand. And not just in California.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

There are increasing concerns that civil servants in the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero (DESNZ) are attempting to undermine the Prime Minister’s attempts to reset the UK’s net zero policies, says trade body the Energy and Utilities Alliance (EUA). The Prime Minister’s net zero reset is unravelling fast.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 20, 2023

This is being driven by governments and automakers who are promoting electricity powered vehicles as a key technology to curb oil use, fight climate change and air pollution. As more renewable energy sources are used, power systems must become more flexible and adjustable to balance supply with demand.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The report suggests steps for governments to take, to reduce risk and improve the economic feasibility of low-emissions hydrogen. The group says timely rollout of policy support is needed to deliver on investments. Yet, installed capacity and volumes remain low as developers wait for government support before making investments.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 9, 2021

These Scope 3 emissions often are seen as the third rail of climate policy. For their part, power companies are exploring ways to build out the renewable energy system to meet the coming surge in industrial electricity demand. The policy levers. Think of the demand signals that the U.S. Charting a course to 2050.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

In a new report released on 24 September, close to 50% of global businesses surveyed say they are prepared to pay a premium for lower emission steel and concrete, signaling a powerful and growing demand for more sustainable materials. Clear and robust policies must be implemented at all levels of government, now.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 8, 2021

The crisis has exposed not only the lack of foresight but the lack of effectiveness in mainstream business risk management policies. The process of handling disrupted supply chains, shifts in demands and business models and modes of communication; governance and decision-making changes during leadership under lockdown.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Linde’s Modular Hydrogen Refueling Stations : Featuring a modular design for scalability based on demand, Linde’s stations utilize a sale-of-gas model where storage systems are installed at customer sites, delivering hydrogen as needed. The hydrogen supply chain’s expansion is crucial to meeting the projected demand.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

Experts have collaborated on a series of recommendations which calls on Government to take the initiative on finding solutions to the plastics problem. Our Government is absolutely key to ensuring that we can retain the value of plastics and extend their life through changes to the making and management of these products.”

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Let’s grow the demand for them.". Why aren’t we wanting it all and demanding it all? The transformation we need demands significant work in transportation, McCarthy offered. If we drive the kind of change we want at every level of government, it will open up markets everywhere.". Policy & Politics. Trade-offs? "I

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GreenBiz

MARCH 31, 2021

Recent analysis using Energy Innovation’s Energy Policy Simulator showed electrification could reduce industrial emissions while growing the economy and creating jobs, and we look forward to exploring viable pathways to industrial electrification at the upcoming VERGE Electrify event. Contributors. Ed Rightor. Sara Baldwin. Energy & Climate.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 31, 2020

A new blueprint from Ceres, the Blueprint for Responsible Policy Engagement on Climate Change , lays out a science-based action agenda for companies in the U.S. First, advocate for science-based climate policy. This includes ensuring trade associations a company may belong to are not promoting policies that are not based on science.

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

We’ve watched as retailers have made public commitments to remove products packaged in non-recyclable materials from their shelves and have seen governments implement policies to support the circular economy. Trewin Restorick, Founder & CEO, Hubbub. taylor flores. Mon, 09/14/2020 - 13:52. gbz_webcast_date. Tue, 09/29/2020 - 10:00. -

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The UK is at risk of falling behind on green skills, according to a report published on 25 November by SUEZ Recycling and Recovery UK, which urged the government not to waste progress made by industry in this area. The transition to a greener economy is more than a policy shift – it’s about securing the future of jobs, industries and climate.

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Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2022

One year ago, I called for more clarity and transparency on Scottish climate policy and delivery. Since the Scottish Climate Change Act became law in 2009, the Scottish Government has failed to achieve 7 of the 11 legal targets. Sunrise over Edinburgh. That ambition should be applauded, but only if targets are achieved.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 30, 2020

The existing models didn’t live up to Amazon’s range and payload demands. More fleet operators are likely to start moving in the same direction, but Rachey says the private sector should pick up the pace before government mandates make it non-negotiable.

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GreenBiz

APRIL 28, 2021

Activist investors and public pension funds interested in justice and equity heard that message, and they began demanding companies do more to address systemic racial injustice, even if that means making fundamental changes to the way they make and invest money. It’s not just about diverse hiring [policies]. Policy & Politics.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Meeting AIs Energy Demands with Innovative Solutions Artificial intelligence has seen explosive growth over the past few years, with generative AI tools like ChatGPT igniting the demand for powerful computing infrastructure. More than just meeting demand, however, is the need to address the environmental impact of AIs growth.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 28, 2024

There are risks to the long-term effectiveness of the government’s new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) policy, launched in February, according to a 17 May National Audit Office (NAO) report. The government provided either £26,807 or £43,4674 to each local authority to help them prepare in each of the two years proceeding launch.

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