HomeOpen Access NewsNet-Zero Carbon Emissions

Net-Zero Carbon Emissions

Economics matters in carbon removal: High-preforming carbon removal technologies delivering true long-term value creation

As the urgency to achieve net-zero intensifies, capital allocation toward carbon removal technologies is becoming more selective, competitive, and performance-driven. This whitepaper presents a rigorous comparative analysis of Direct Air Capture with Carbon Storage (DACCS) technologies, with a focus on economic viability, system resilience, and long-term value creation (LTVC).

Helping the public sector get on the road to carbon net-zero

Crown Commercial Service details how they are helping the public sector get on the road to carbon net-zero.

Implement AI-based technology to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry

Sectors such as construction are still not able to carry out the necessary measures to fight climate change, will implementing AI-based tech help change this?

Developing Canadian leadership & excellence in science & innovation

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of the Government of Canada, writes about developing Canadian Leadership and excellence in science and innovation.

Only immediate action will get us to net zero healthcare by 2050

In a significant step forward for net zero healthcare, countries responsible for over a third of global healthcare emissions have pledged to develop climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems.

UK unveils Net Zero Innovation Handbook for Australasian businesses

Australian and New Zealand businesses can use the UK's new Digital Trade Network’s Net Zero Innovation Handbook to solve decarbonisation challenges.

How do we cut emissions from transport and road works?

TfL has teamed with HAUC(UK) to run a research project to minimise the impact of street and road works contributing to climate change.

Net-zero carbon housing means changes to concrete infrastructure

Net-zero housing will require changes to the concrete industry, not just in manufacturing standards but also changes in purchasing habits.

Geospatial data investments improved in the public sector

New guidance on geospatial data in the public sector has been published, setting rules on assessing the economic, social and environmental value of investments in location data.

Reconfiguring the whole energy system for a net zero future

In order to achieve a net zero future, the UK needs more tangible support to achieve net zero ambitions – including better infrastructure for sustainable energy.

Why the government is backing open source software

The use of open source software has exploded in recent years, with an estimated €1 billion invested in open source technology within Europe in 2018 alone This...

A lack of green STEM jobs could lead to a net zero skill shortage

The UK could experience a net zero skills shortage due to the lack of understanding and of education of skills required in green STEM jobs.

Which countries are the most prepared to reach net zero emissions?

Despite being among the top 20 biggest polluters of 2020, the UK is the second most prepared country to reach net zero emissions by 2050.

Net zero commitments require an urgent translation of words into action

Despite governments making net zero commitments, there has been a lack of delivery, increasing the urgency of efficient carbon reduction targets.

Enhancing waste valorisation for a sustainable industry

The development of more sustainable technologies for energy-intensive industry is imperative to meet ambitious targets by 2050.

Transitions to efficient LED lighting can mitigate the energy crisis

Accelerating the transition to energy-efficient connected LED lighting could help households and businesses mitigate the energy crisis.

Lighting the way to safer streets in the UK

Safer streets can be achieved with better lighting solutions across the UK, where reductions in crime can be visibly seen in local areas with improved schemes.

Advertisements


Latest Academic Articles

The latest academic articles from key research stakeholders