R&D

Modern slavery, building efficiency and biodiversity restoration among 'pressing questions' being addressed by start ups taking part in scheme

Boasting some of the world's fastest moving climate SMEs, Iceland's start-up scene is on a hot streak. But how and why do firms from Europe's northern outskirts continue to punch well above their weight?

Star-studded fundraising round will enable Matter to scale up deployment of technology that removes toxic microplastics from waste water

UK Space Agency reveals first recipients of £20m International Bilateral Fund investments and earmarks £15m for Earth monitoring technologies

Energy giant Octopus and sustainable housebuilder Verto join forces to roll out 'world first' solar, battery, and heat pump equipped developments that promise no energy bills for at least five years

Report challenges perception that higher prices mean higher quality, as consumers are urged to love and look after the clothes they already own

Tata Group to invest £4bn in new battery plant and create 4,000 jobs in move dubbed most important investment in UK automotive since 1980s

But fast-expanding industry warns public research funding is not being matched by coherent policy strategy to accelerate development of crucial low carbon sector

Adidas' latest footwear collaboration showcases CO2-enhanced ink and circular materials

Government insists talks on-going with alternative proposal to develop 2,000-home 'Hydrogen Village' on Teesside, after Cheshire project is shelved