Reform UK and Conservatives are criticized for opposing net zero policies, which the CBI reports directly employ over 300,000 and support 1.1 million jobs. The article argues these parties promote fantasy industries and sabotage growth, potentially destroying 1.4 million jobs by 2040, while their funding comes from wealthy oil and gas interests.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is introducing several key policy initiatives, including a defence investment plan, renewed EU ties, and social media restrictions for children, amidst speculation of his legacy as leader.
The World Justice Report proposes an eco-socialist vision for a prosperous, equitable world within planetary boundaries, suggesting reduced work hours and increased earnings by century's end. It critiques the far-right's techno-extractivist approach and the traditional left's focus on endless growth, advocating for "sufficiency" and "planetary habitability."
UK's green economy is a significant driver of growth, creating over 1 million jobs and attracting nearly half a trillion pounds in investment, according to CBI Economics. Net zero workers earn higher wages, and the sector contributes over £100bn annually, despite calls from some parties to abandon targets.
Tony Blair's essay criticizes Labour's current strategy, emphasizing his own electoral successes and advocating for a 'radical centre' approach, despite potential unpopularity among party members.
Carbon xanh dương, bao gồm rừng ngập mặn, cỏ biển và bãi triều, ngày càng được nhiều quốc gia đưa vào chiến lược khí hậu nhờ khả năng lưu giữ carbon và các lợi ích khác. Indonesia, Philippines và Việt Nam đang tích cực xây dựng chính sách, cơ chế tài chính và tiêu chuẩn đo đạc để phát triển hệ sinh thái này.
Reports suggest Shein plans to acquire Everlane, a sustainable fashion brand, sparking dismay among advocates. This follows similar trends of brands dropping eco-goals, raising questions about corporate commitment to sustainability versus profit.
Intesa Sanpaolo destina il 30% delle nuove erogazioni (oltre 110 miliardi di euro in 4 anni) al credito sostenibile, con 87 miliardi per la transizione green e 25 miliardi per impatto sociale, confermando gli impegni di decarbonizzazione per il 2050.
Woodside-commissioned modelling suggests WA is not on track to reach net zero by 2050, even if its massive Browse gas project proceeds, unless renewable energy is rolled out at unprecedented speed.
Woodside-commissioned modelling suggests WA is not on track to reach net zero by 2050, even if its massive Browse gas project proceeds, unless renewable energy is rolled out at unprecedented speed.
Oil firm seeks to reduce stake in carbon capture and storage projects in north-east of England after schemes fail to win over shareholdersBP plans to sell stakes in two flagship carbon capture and storage projects in the north-east of England as the company continues to retreat from the green agenda.The oil company hopes to reduce its share in the Net Zero Teesside (NZT) project which aims to develop the UK’s first gas power plant to be fitted with a controversial carbon capture system to remove its emissions. Continue reading...
Party divisions over energy have deepened, but the need to move beyond fossil fuels has never been clearerEnergy has not been a prominent subject for discussion in the run-up to Thursday’s UK elections. In England this is logical enough, since the big policy decisions are taken by ministers in Westminster, not at council meetings. But the stances adopted by the new governments in Scotland and Wales matter a great deal. They will have an influence beyond their borders, helping to shape the national climate debate in the coming years.In both nations, as in England, divisions have deepened as Conservatives have moved away from support for net zero and Reform UK has ramped up its opposition to renewables. Among Scottish parties, only the Greens are categorically against new fossil‑fuel developments in the North Sea. Under John Swinney, the Scottish National party’s earlier opposition to the Rosebank oilfield has softened in advance of the upcoming decision over whether it should go ahead. Scottish Labour, by contrast, has thrown its weight behind new nuclear power.Do you have an opinion on the issues raised in this article? If you would like to submit a response of up to 300 words by email to be considered for publication in our letters section, please click here. Continue reading...
UK government departments DSIT and DESNZ have conflicting projections for AI datacenter electricity consumption by 2030, with DSIT estimating 6GW and DESNZ projecting less than a tenth, sparking criticism over competence and corporate influence.
Reform UK has asked steel industry leaders to draft an alternative strategy that includes abandoning net zero policies, aiming to capitalize on dissatisfaction with the government's industrial and energy policies ahead of local elections.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband will this week announce a package of new clean energy policies in response to the energy crisis triggered by Donald Trump's conflict with Iran. The measures include accelerating the warm homes plan for solar panels and electric vehicles, expanding solar on public land, and delinking gas and electricity prices to reduce consumer bills. Miliband will argue the era of fossil fuel security is over and clean energy must come of age, while facing pressure from Conservatives to increase North Sea drilling.
