UK green sector boosts jobs and economy but industry experts urge for more government focus
UK green economy boosts jobs and economy but industry experts urge for more government focus The latest findings on the green economy reportedly exceeded £46 billion, but industry experts have warned that growth needs to be accelerated if the UK is to deliver on its net-zero targets. Environmental and clean energy campaigners are urging the […]
New Study suggests a significant rise in offshore wind capacity
New Study suggests a significant rise in offshore wind capacity A new study by Wood Mackenzie has predicted that the next decade will be a new era for the wind industry and will see the offshore wind market’s share of the annual global wind industry reach 25% by 2028. The report suggests that the onshore […]
Leading technology businesses drive a significant increase in renewable energy sales
Leading technology businesses drive a significant increase in renewable energy sales The amount of clean energy purchased by businesses has tripled in the last few years, with technology companies leading this rise. Some of the world’s largest tech businesses are supporting a record rise in the amount of renewable energy sold to corporate businesses. In […]
UN proposes 2030 strategy to protect our biodiversity
UN proposes 2030 strategy to protect global biodiversity The proposed plan will form the focus of meetings in China where global leaders are set to agree on rules to protect our global biodiversity. The draft plan includes a ten-year strategy to put a stop to the decline and extinction of species, enabling our ecosystems to […]
The rise of sustainable investment plans in Ireland
The rise of sustainable investment plans in Ireland The recent announcement by leading global fund manager BlackRock stating that it plans to make sustainability a regular practice in investing is a clear sign sustainable investment is becoming a popular financial choice. Larry Fink, the CEO of BlackRock explained that climate change is now a decisive […]
Creating a clean energy vision for Ireland
Creating a clean energy vision for Ireland A multi-industry research team is collaborating with communities to determine what measures can be implemented to mitigate the impacts of climate change. Climate Change and its impacts on local communities Researchers at the University College Cork and Queens University Belfast are working closely with communities that have experienced […]
Green Energy Recruitment drive needed to meet UK net-zero targets
Green Energy Recruitment drive needed to meet UK net-zero targets According to National Grid, the UK must generate 120,000 green energy jobs by 2030 to support the transition towards a net-zero carbon economy. The new report highlights that Britain needs over 100,000 people in the next decade to support the development of new projects and […]
How Artificial Intelligence can enhance renewable energy development
How Artificial Intelligence can enhance renewable energy development In the next few years, artificial intelligence is anticipated to have a significant impact on enhancing the efficiency of the clean energy industry by automating a number of operational procedures within the solar and wind markets. Artificial Intelligence (AI), combined with a number of innovative technologies like […]
What role will oil and gas businesses play in our low carbon future?
What role will oil and gas businesses play in our low carbon future? Big oil holds a significant slice of our global energy market and despite a worldwide spotlight on climate change, oil and gas will likely remain part of our energy mix for some years to come. Its dominant position in the energy market […]