Citizens assembly highlights support for green recovery from COVID-19
A citizens assembly has found that there is strong support for a green recovery in the UK, with 79% of members saying the recovery should help net zero.
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A sustainable recovery from COVID-19 could save millions of energy jobs
Pursuing a sustainable recovery from COVID-19 could boost economic growth, create millions of jobs and reduce greenhouse gases.
Charities join call to ‘forge a brighter and more resilient future’ through green COVID-19 recovery
A coalition of 57 charities have become the latest to call on the UK government to target a green recovery from COVID-19.
Ireland prepares further support for climate change ambitions
A Climate Action Fund is to be launched by the Irish government seeking to fund large-scale projects currently outside of the country’s wider support mechanisms, delivering €500 million (~£441 million) by 2027.
DONG Energy and SSE launch competitive green energy products
Both Dong Energy and SEE have launched new green energy supply products aimed at helping businesses adopt clean energy and lower their reported emissions.
Churches make green energy switch
More than 400 churches across the UK have agreed to switch to renewable energy providers, representing over £1 million in energy bills that will be used to pay for clean energy.
HP to go 100% renewable after joining RE100
HP has become the latest global business to join the RE100 campaign, committing to meet all of its electricity demand with renewable energy.
UK Green Investment Bank to begin investing overseas
The UK Green Investment Bank (GIB) and the Department of Energy and Climate Change have agreed on terms for a £200 million international green investment pilot programme.
EU confirms binding target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by ‘at least 40%’
The European Council has reached an agreement over the 2030 climate and energy policy framework. The council has agreed a binding EU target of an at least 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 compared to 1990 levels. This target will be delivered collectively by the EU, with all Member States involved in the effort.