Renewables
UK Power Networks receives major innovation funding boost
More than a dozen high profile innovation projects have been given the green light after UK Power Networks secured funding from industry regulator Ofgem.
New approach for battery recycling using less energy
University of Birmingham researchers have announced a new approach for recycling the highest value component of end-of-life electric car batteries, the battery cathode, that is less energy-intensive and uses less hazardous chemicals than current recycling methods.
Laird Thermal Systems commits to sustainable principles
Laird Thermal Systems announces the official approval of its greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), with levels required to meet the goals of the Paris Agreement.
UK connector manufacturer reduces carbon footprint
Weald Electronics has completed the installation of a 63kW solar PV installation at its Slinfold Lodge HQ. Working with the Brighton Energy Cooperative it received a grant towards the costs from the Community Solar Accelerator programme and were the first business applicants in the area to complete such an installation.
Think circular on International E-Waste Day
For International E-Waste Day (14th October) – part of the possibly more familiar Recycling Week – Gavin Miller, CEO, Asurion Europe is offering tips on dealing with unused tech at home or in the workplace.
Government and industry call for more nuclear energy to meet net zero targets
Twenty countries have committed to nuclear energy to achieve their net zero emission targets and agreed on a number of guiding principles to increase momentum in their nuclear new build projects.
Petrol and diesel car ban moved back to 2035
In a recent speech, the PM announced some revised plans to make the UK net zero by 2050 and pledged a ‘fairer’ path to ease the financial burden on British families.
Planning approved for subsea electricity superhighway between Scotland and England
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Transmission (SSEN) and National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) have reached another significant milestone in the development of a new subsea electricity superhighway.
Space-driven climate services to tackle environmental risks
Ten new projects will use Earth observation tools, satellite tracking, and data on population demographics, supported by artificial intelligence (AI), to produce forecasts and models that can be used by sectors ranging from agriculture and energy, to finance and insurance.
Pioneering solar car port launched at council HQ
Northumberland County Council is celebrating the launch of its new state-of-the-art solar car port array - one of the biggest of its kind in the UK.