SBTi services expand as climate-related corporate commitment grows by 100%
The Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) is expanding its capacity for target validation services and has confirmed it now holds charitable status as an organisation....
The Green Claims Directive: what do UK businesses need to know?
In January 2024, members of the European Parliament voted overwhelmingly in favour of adopting a directive to improve product labelling. This is intended to support the forthcoming Green Claims Directive, often dubbed the anti-greenwashing legislation.
The UK ETS: frequently asked questions
The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) has been running since May 2021, but this year will see some significant changes. The Hub team...
TPT’s gold standard for climate transition plans: what it means for UK businesses
We asked Philip Richards, Head of ESG at Sustainable Energy First, what the recent guidance on climate transition plans means for UK businesses in practice.
ESOS phase 3: what you need to know
The UK government’s Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) is currently in Phase 3. The compliance deadline is 5 June 2024, but the Environment Agency is delaying enforcement...
Launch of gold standard for corporate net zero transition plans
The government’s Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT) has published its official guidance for climate transition plans. The TPT Disclosure Framework sets out best practice for...
UK ETS: Carbon allowances will be cut to lowest level ever in 2024
In a decisive move towards achieving net-zero emissions, the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) is set to impose stricter emission limits on power,...
Are REGOs enough to cover Scope 2 emissions?
The conversation around Scope 2 emissions – those from purchased energy – is changing. Businesses that have to carry out reporting on their emissions...
Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR): where are we now?
The Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) regulation is a key part of the UK government’s strategy to use the finance sector as a driver for...
Is your ESOS reporting ready for the strengthened Phase 3?
The latest update from the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) tells us that the government will go ahead with previously announced...
