Our team works directly with the businesses making waves in the transition to net zero. In our series of blogs we consider the technical challenges, the market opportunities and look at the big issues effecting the journey to net zero and the uptake of low carbon technology. 

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19 August 2024

Our Energy Future: Solar Power

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Solar power is one of the UK’s fastest growing clean energy sources, with one in every 20 buildings in the UK utilising solar technologies, equating to over 1.2 million rooftops. Here, we explore what solar power is, how it works, and how it will help the UK deliver a clean energy future.

Posted By Green Economy

15 August 2024

SBTi update Corporate Net Zero Standard for climate action

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The Science Based Targets Initiative has released four technical outputs for a more effective approach to the Corporate Net Zero Standard.

Posted By Green Economy

16 July 2024

Our Energy Future: Onshore Wind

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Wind energy represented 15 per cent of Europe’s renewable energy supply in 2022, with capacity increasing further in recent years. Here, we analyse wind technology and its potential to support a clean energy future.

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01 July 2024

Our Energy Future: Concentrated Solar Power

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Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) uses mirrors and receivers to generate electricity from the sun. Here, we investigate how the technology works and what we can expect to see from it in the future.

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18 June 2024

Our Energy Future: Geothermal Energy

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Geothermal energy is a sustainable energy source produced by tapping into the natural heat that exists within the Earth. It’s considered a reliable energy source given the heat generated within the Earth is constant. Here, we explore how geothermal energy can support a clean energy future.

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11 June 2024

Is football heading for Net Zero?

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With the UEFA Euro 2024 championships underway, we explore the sustainable commitments and changes being made in football, both domestically and internationally.

Posted By Olivia Downham

13 May 2024

Our Energy Future: Hydrogen

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Hydrogen is a clean fuel which has a variety of domestic and commercial applications and can be produced as a by-product of many other natural and clean energy sources. Here, we explore the landscape for hydrogen, including its role in a clean energy future and the current shape of the industry.

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22 April 2024

Green Economy’s Earth Day tips 2024

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This Earth Day, the Green Economy team got together to discuss all our top tips to help businesses and individuals reduce their carbon footprint and make sustainable decisions.

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15 April 2024

Our Energy Future: Green Ammonia

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Green ammonia is a diverse gas with applications to agriculture and renewable energy production. Here, we take a deep dive into the world of green ammonia, uncovering its potential for a clean energy future and the barriers it currently faces.

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02 April 2024

Making marketing strategy more commercial for green technology businesses

Read time: 7 minutes

Clarity is important for any business to make sure their message cuts through the noise. For businesses in the green economy, where often new technologies or methodologies are challenging the status quo, it’s absolutely vital.

Posted By Mike Pye

11 March 2024

Our Energy Future: Biofuels

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Biofuels are a renewable energy source offering a low carbon alternative to fossil fuels. Here, we explore the role of biofuels in the clean energy transition away from traditional oil and gas.

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20 February 2024

Carbon capture - what are the UK’s plans for storing carbon?

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The UK government has outlined plans to develop a competitive carbon capture and storage (CCS) market by 2035. Here, we explore the practicalities of CCS technology and how the market is shaping.

Posted By Green Economy