Net zero by 2050 could cost less than a single fossil fuel price shock,...
A new report from the UK’s independent climate advisers suggests that the cost of reaching net zero by 2050 could be comparable to...
How to protect your business from rising energy costs
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed up oil and gas prices, which means energy costs for UK businesses are going up. What...
How does the Iran conflict affect energy prices in the UK?
The global situation is unpredictable. Sustainable Energy First’s energy analysts explain why we expect UK energy price rises in the medium term.
The Middle...
UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard launches to define credible net zero claims
A new industry-backed framework designed to define what qualifies as a net zero carbon building in the UK has officially launched.
The UK Net...
The UK SRS: key takeaways
The long-awaited UK Sustainability Reporting Standards (SRS) have now been published. Here’s what you need to know.
Not a new compliance scheme
The UK Sustainability...
Omnibus I Directive published in EU Official Journal confirming CSRD and CS3D changes
The Omnibus I Directive, amending key EU sustainability legislation, has now been published in the EU Official Journal, confirming previously agreed revisions to the...
Out of this world: Is space-based solar power the next big thing?
As the world’s major powers race to lead the renewable energy transition, a new frontier technology is gaining attention. Spaced-based solar power would...
Only 1 in 5 commercial buildings will be lettable under future energy efficiency requirements
More than four in five commercial buildings across England’s major cities still fall below an EPC rating of B, according to new analysis...
SBTi reports over 10,000 companies with validated climate targets
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has announced that more than 10,000 companies now have validated science-based climate targets, marking a major milestone...
Government confirms major changes to EPCs, with new regime due from October 2026
The UK government has published a partial response to its consultation on reforming the Energy Performance of Buildings regime, confirming a number of...
