Spring Statement: Greener vans and plastic taxes, Chancellor promises action to tackle 'environmental challenges that threaten our future'
Wide-ranging call for evidence on how to crack down on plastic waste accompanied by new plans to incentivise white van drivers to switch to cleaner models
Chancellor Philip Hammond has today called on businesses and environmental groups to work closely with the government to combat the scourge of waste plastic and tackle "the environmental challenges that...
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'For a clean, inclusive and resilient UK recovery plan'
Today's letter from over 200 top businesses calling on the UK government to deliver a coronavirus recovery plan that accelerates the transition to net zero emissions - in full
Over 200 British firms urge government to align economic recovery with net zero climate goal
Letter from 206 major firms provides clearest sign yet of widespread support from the business community for an economic recovery plan that prioritises climate action, and suggests taxpayer support should only go to firms that are committed to decarbonisation...
Energy Institute pledges to reach net zero emissions 'well before' 2050
Professional body has promised to eliminate its head office and staff business travel emissions by mid-century without relying on carbon offsetting.
The Humber Estuary could help fuel a green recovery
Partnerships between business and government to back green industries such as sustainable aviation fuels are crucial as we restart the economy, argue Conservative MPs Lia Nici and Martin Vickers