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New framework to accelerate buildings sector’s alignment with net zero targets launched by SBTi

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has launched a groundbreaking science-based decarbonisation framework for companies and financial institutions in the buildings value chain. The framework sets 1.5°C-aligned emissions reduction targets for the buildings industry to overcome current climate challenges and ...

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Welsh Government buildings lead the way in sustainable office fitouts

Three Welsh Government buildings lead the way in sustainable office fitouts, delivering on the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, while saving taxpayer funds. The institutions behind these award-winning projects are Transport for Wales, North Wales Police and Public ...

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Review of UK 2018 waste strategy shows implementation has been ‘incredibly slow’

A review of the 2018 Resources and Waste Strategy undertaken by CIWM (the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management) has found that only 20 per cent of the policies in the strategy have been fully implemented, with another 54 per cent ...

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Net zero firm devises way to save NHS millions in energy bills

A company that helps organisations reduce their carbon footprint and energy costs has become the first to design a method of harnessing waste heat from MRI machines. Viridis Building Services devised the ground-breaking innovation as part of its work to ...

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Country’s climate advisors say UK is ‘off track’ for net zero

A new report which has been presented to Parliament today by the Climate Change Committee (CCC) states that only a third of the emissions reductions required to achieve the country’s 2030 target are currently covered by credible plans. This news ...

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Reconomy launches framework to unlock growth and meet net zero targets

International circular economy specialist, Reconomy has launched a 10-point regulatory framework aimed at supporting the new government to restructure the waste industry, unlock economic growth and tackle climate change. The framework is published following the General Election with Steve Reed, ...

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Equans awarded contract extension with Warrington Borough Council

Warrington Borough Council has extended its contract with Equans, which will see hard FM services continue to be delivered across its built estate with the addition of net zero carbon consultancy. Through the existing partnership which commenced in 2022, Equans ...

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Amey launches energy management AI solution in partnership with Grid Edge

Amey in partnership with Grid Edge has developed a “groundbreaking” energy solution that makes real-time changes to building assets in response to how the property is being used. Grid Edge, an AI SaaS platform that powers commercial buildings to net ...

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The Climate Pledge partners with Manchester’s Co-op Live to launch redeveloped ‘CityLink’ walking route

The UK’s largest live entertainment arena, Co-op Live, has announced The Climate Pledge as its official sustainability partner, and as the presenting partner of the ‘CityLink’ walking route from Holt Town to the Etihad Campus, which is home to Co-op ...

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Flexi-Orb launches new renewable energy certification scheme in the UK

A new installation certification scheme has been launched in the UK, aimed at driving up standards and consumer confidence, and to increase the number of certified installers in the domestic renewable installations market. Flexi-Orb (Flexible Energy Oversight Registration Body) has ...

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