The UK is the 15th most eco-conscious country
The UK is the 15th most eco-conscious country, falling behind on its air pollution and garbage disposal, according to new
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The total cost of consumption
The full environmental cost of production and consumption includes the choice of materials themselves but also the level of carbon
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Britain’s most ‘eco-friendly high street’ revealed
A high street in Cambridge has been crowned eco-friendliest high street in the country, according to new research. The research
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5G will play a key role in green economy, says O2
5G will play a key role in creating a greener economy, according to a new report published by mobile network
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Why active travel is so important for communities
Mark Kemp, chair of ADEPT’s Transport and Connectivity Board, explains more about the policy position and how active travel is
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Urgent action needed to save ‘shovel-ready’ renewable heat projects
British Biogas businesses have urged energy minister Kwasi Kwarteng to include all eligible renewable heat projects in the Covid-19 Extension
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UK’s largest council-owned battery storage site goes live
Kiwi Power has commissioned the final 5MW of battery storage at South Somerset District Council’s (SSDC) ground-breaking site at Fideoak
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New Zealand glaciers have lost 77% of their total volume
Glaciers in the Southern Alps of New Zealand have lost 77% of their total volume, according to a new study
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We need to make sure that everyone can benefit from parks and green spaces
It is more important now than ever that continued government funding for parks and green spaces is kept as a
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Bristol City Council sells off part of energy business
Bristol City Council has confirmed it has sold part of its Bristol Energy business to Yü Energy for £1.34m. The
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COVID-19 recovery choices will shape the future of the planet
Despite global reductions in emissions during the lockdown period, more must be done to ensure that economic recovery incorporates climate-friendly
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Nuclear power and the COVID-19 crisis
Darren Walsh, head of power and Simon Naylor, an associate at law firm DWF write for Environment Journal about the
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Government must protect peatlands in order to reach net-zero
The government must do more to prevent peatlands from releasing thousands of tonnes of carbon emissions, says countryside charity CPRE.
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Landscaping team to deliver net-zero services to cities
A new ‘Plan Zero City Landscaping Service’ will deliver sustainable features to cities who have net-zero carbon ambitions. Strategic outsourcing
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Maldives has highest levels of microplastics in the world
The Maldives has the highest levels of microplastic pollution on the planet, according to recent research published in the Journal
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Britain lacks a clear hydrogen strategy
Lack of hydrogen strategy is holding Britain back from capitalising on delivering net-zero, says the Environmental Audit Committee (EAC). Last
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Changes in land use may increase the risk of infectious disease
Global changes in land use is disrupting the balance of wild animals that carry infectious diseases, according to new research
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How to prevent our oceans from becoming plastic filled ecosystems
The volume of plastic entering our oceans is projected to more than triple by 2040. Environment Journal got in touch with
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How to avoid being led down the (green) garden path
John Creaton, CEO and co-Founder of Vegan Arborist outlines what greenwashing is, how to spot it and how to avoid
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Highway Sector Collaboration Focuses on Net Zero Emissions
As the urgent battle continues with the coronavirus pandemic, it is important not to lose sight of the global climate
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