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Companies’ emergency plans not sufficient to deal with Storm Arwen, finds Ofgem
The companies did not have “sufficient” emergency plans to deal with the scale of the Storm Arwen. That’s the suggestion coming from a report published today by Ofgem following a six-month review that was launched to investigate what went wrong regarding the way companies responded to power cuts caused by the extreme weather conditions. Ofgem […]
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Ukraine War could mean a new gas ‘gold rush’
In the frantic spree to replace Russian gas with new independent infrastructure, the world could be locked into ‘irreversible warming’. That’s according to new analysis by Climate Action Tracker (CAT), revealing that more governments are considering building independent fossil fuel structures to wean off Russian gas, than building renewable projects – calling this the gas […]
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First 118 regions and local authorities join EU Mission for Adaptation to Climate Change
The first 118 regions and local authorities that will participate in the EU Mission for Adaptation to Climate Change have been announced. These regions and local authorities, which come from 18 member states, have signed the Mission Charter, supporting them towards climate resilience by 2030. The EU Commission intends to support at least 150 European […]
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Government consults on sustainable approach to marine development
The government has launched a consultation on a sustainable approach to marine development that will help meet the UK’s target to achieve net zero emissions while supporting the recovery of its oceans. The Department for Environment, Food Rural Affairs (Defra) is seeking views on the principles of marine net gain, which aims to improve the […]
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World has 33% chance of limiting warming to 1.5°C, warn scientists
While counties have started climate negotiations in Bohn, Germany, scientists warn the target of limiting global warming to 1.5°C is looking less likely. A new study led by the University of Washington suggests under a moderate future emissions scenario, by 2029 the planet has a two-thirds chance of at least temporarily exceeding warming of 1.5°C, […]
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Close to 750k EVs hit UK streets
The number of electric vehicles (EVs) on UK roads has reached more than 748,000, representing a 71% increase in electric use. That’s according to new data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), claiming that increasing petrol prices have been a driving factor. Despite the jump in EV-use, new vehicle registrations dropped, […]
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Close to 750k EVs hit UK streets
The number of electric vehicles (EVs) on UK roads has reached more than 748,000, representing a 71% increase in electric use. That’s according to new data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), claiming that increasing petrol prices have been a driving factor. Despite the jump in EV-use, new vehicle registrations dropped, […]
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World has 33% chance of limiting warming to 1.5°C, warn scientists
While counties have started climate negotiations in Bohn, Germany, scientists warn the target of limiting global warming to 1.5°C is looking less likely. A new study led by the University of Washington suggests under a moderate future emissions scenario, by 2029 the planet has a two-thirds chance of at least temporarily exceeding warming of 1.5°C, […]
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New York launches online hub to boost EV infrastructure expansion
A new online resource centre aimed at supporting the continued expansion of infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) in New York has been launched. The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Programme hub provides additional information on the national EV funding scheme, which provides dedicated funding to states to support the deployment of fast-charging infrastructure and establish an […]
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Community-led projects in London offered £90k to tackle environmental inequality
A new community-led programme aimed at tackling environmental inequality and boosting climate resilience in London has been launched. Mayor Sadiq Khan and environmental charity Hubbub have partnered to launch ‘Grow Together’ in response to data revealing that lower income, Black, Asian and minority ethnic Londoners are disproportionately affected by environmental issues such as flooding and […]
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