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Understanding NHS emissions to reach net zero

Dr Atanu Chaudhuri, Associate Professor in Technology & Operations Management at Durham University Business School, discusses the need for digitalisation and a supply chain strategy to reduce NHS emissions.
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Net Zero industries and cities are within reach

Technological expertise and solutions for climate target response is already here, but to unlock the hidden potential in industries and cities, we need clear priority setting by politics, orchestrated deployment, and significant public funding (CAPEX and OPEX) backed by an eased regulatory framework.

£80 million funding to help British businesses tackle UK carbon emissions

Businesses are to receive a large sum of funding from the government to transition to cleaner alternatives in their industries in pursuit of reducing UK carbon emissions.
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UKPIA urges sustainable aviation fuel target to avoid price hike

UKPIA urges the UK Government to set a realistic 2025 target for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) usage by UK airlines, as failure may lead to higher ticket prices.
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Electric vehicles and carbon neutrality: Is the public sector ready?

As governments worldwide pursue carbon neutrality, the public sector's push for electric vehicles and emission reduction reflects their commitment to environmental responsibility.

Transition to the biobased economy: Integrated approach needed

Aarthi JanakiRaman, charts the transition to a biobased economy, stressing the need for an integrated approach.

Investment of $350 million for Canada’s sustainable aviation initiative

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry, has revealed a significant investment of $350 million to bolster Canada's  Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT).
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EU energy reform deal disrupted by last-minute push for coal subsidies

The new proposal to extend subsidies for coal plants has interfered with the ambitions of nations in the European Union to approve a reform of the electricity market.

A sustainable government for a sustainable economic policy

Claire Benson, Founder and Director at SDG Changemakers, argues that implementing a sustainable economic policy intervention requires a sustainable government.
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How hydrogen cars can drive us towards the UK government’s net zero targets

Steve McEvoy, Vice President of Automotive at Expleo, outlines how hydrogen cars can drive us towards the UK government’s net zero targets.
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Nourishing the Future: Understanding sustainable food systems

Sustainable food research is key to understanding the impact food systems have on our health, the environment, and society – but it needs to be accessible.

UK Export Finance backs pioneering hydrogen-powered bus

Bus manufacturer, Wrightbus, has secured a significant £50 million financing package for hydrogen-powered bus company.
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Powering up Liverpool’s public charging network to become the north of Englands most EV-friendly...

Here Shell Fleet Solutions discuss how ubitricity is working with Liverpool City Council to help Liverpool expand its public charging network to become the north of England’s most EV-friendly city.
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Transforming transport for the NHS to create a sustainable future

Transforming transport for the NHS is a prime opportunity for the Government to lead the public sector charge towards a more sustainable future.

The future of the car-sharing industry for the MENA region

Nicholas Watson, CEO & Co-founder of Udrive, provides insights on changing customer behaviour and innovation as a driving force for the car-sharing industry.
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How to reduce operational costs while accelerating decarbonisation of fleets

The public sector must tread a careful line between saving money and increasing the decarbonisation of fleets, here’s how Shell Fleet Solutions think we can do it.

Shell Fleet Solutions: Four steps to decarbonize fleets

Here, we learn about Shell Fleet Solutions, one of the global leaders in business mobility, including why public sector fleets need to decarbonise Shell Fleet...
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Electrifying the NHS can lead the charge to net zero

Connected Kerb exists to power the future of sustainable mobility for everyone. Here Vicki Evans explores the significance of making EV charging more accessible to the general public whilst also illustrating the importance of electrifying the NHS fleet.
Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore - 5th August, 2019: Visitors tour around the Rain Vortex inside the Jewel area at Changi Airport. It's the world's tallest waterfall at 130 ft in height and surrounded by a four-storey terraced forest. The Jewel complex and waterfall was designed by Moshe Safdie.

Transforming Singapore towards sustainable tourism and urban living

Sustainable tourism is becoming a bigger concept in Singapore, where they are prepared to address traveller needs and reconsider their carbon output.
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Tax transparency could further SDG progress and human rights attainment

Some of the private sectors can make a positive impact towards achieving the UN’s SDGs simply by paying tax – but also by exercising tax transparency.

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