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New coal mining licenses to end as UK government prioritises clean energy
The UK government has announced plans to restrict the licensing of new coal mines, committing to bringing in legislation which will prohibit new coal...
$136trn investor coalition pens letter to big businesses asking for environmental impact information
Over 740 investors, who collectively manage more than $136trn in assets, are pressing 150,000 companies for more information regarding their environmental policies and impact.
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Hub analysis: Can the government really justify Cumbria’s coal mining green light?
Friends of the Earth has confirmed it will legally challenge the UK government’s decision to grant permission for a new deep coal mine near...
Coal power rebound threatens transition to net zero warns IEA
Coal power rebound threatens transition to net zero warns IEA
The rapid economic recovery is driving global coal power generation to record levels undermining efforts...
UK Coal-fired electricity ban brought forward
UK Coal-fired electricity ban brought forward
In a move designed to highlight the UK’s leadership to go further in driving down emissions and tackling climate...
The price of fast fashion: Polyester’s carbon footprint equivalent to 180 coal-fired power stations
A new report from the Changing Markets Foundation is warning against the global fashion industry’s reliance on synthetic fibres, which are made from fossil fuels such as oil and gas.
The UK’s entirely coal-free week…. and other energy trends
The UK’s entirely coal-free week…. and other energy trends
The UK has just recorded its first coal-free week since the 19th century, according to the...
UK government relaunches Net Zero Council to support green transition
The government has relaunched the Net Zero Council, a cohort of business, finance, and civil society leaders providing strategic advice to accelerate UK decarbonisation.
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UK government announces £410 million investment in fusion energy
The fusion energy industry is set to receive a record £410 million as part of the government’s ambition to establish the UK as a...
Renewables were UK’s leading power source in 2024
Renewable energy has surpassed fossil fuels in the UK power mix for the entirety of 2024, according to new analysis from global energy think...
