Get Real on Climate Change

30/12/2024

https://climate-news.co.uk/2024/12/30/global-top-ten-which-countries-are-the-worst-offenders-for-climate-change/

Climate change remains a critical global challenge, predominantly driven by greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from...

30/12/2024

Scientists Warn of Heightened Volcanic Risks Amid Climate Change

https://climate-news.co.uk/2024/12/30/scientists-warn-of-heightened-volcanic-risks-amid-climate-change/

30/12/2024

https://getrealonclimatechange.org/2024/12/11/iconsys-targets-energy-transition-opportunity-with-high-profile-appointment/

A Shropshire-based technology provider has thrown its backing behind the UK’s desire to become a...

30/12/2024

https://getrealonclimatechange.org/2024/12/30/the-climate-change-events-of-2024-what-can-we-expect-in-2025/

2024 has been a pivotal year in the ongoing narrative of climate change. From unprecedented...

30/12/2024

Lack of Teeth? Reapit Warns Lack of Enforcement Is Undermining Government’s PRS Energy-Efficiency Drive

https://getrealonclimatechange.org/2024/12/30/reapit-warns-lack-of-enforcement-is-undermining-governments-prs-energy-efficiency-drive/

03/10/2024

Pleased to have written this today from my bed!

It's time someone challenged practices like losing British jobs to offshore emissions, allowing organisations to make huge profits through greenwashing and championing the profitable 'net zero' projects that actually achieve very little in practice.

Either we really care about the climate or we don't. Frankly I am not convinced those claiming to care actually do.

In the global race to combat climate change, “net zero” has become a prominent buzzword....

16/09/2024

Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor that specialises in the design and delivery of private and public sector construction and civil engineering projects, has been invited to join the Advisory Board of the Policy Liaison Group (PLG) on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), as the sole main contractor representing the construction industry. This cross-party forum, based in Westminster, will benefit from Winvic's industry expertise and leadership in advancing ESG initiatives....

Winvic Construction Ltd, a leading main contractor that specialises in the design and delivery of...

11/09/2024

Scientists from Swansea University have developed a new tool to help identify optimal photovoltaic (PV) materials capable of maximising crop growth while generating solar power. In a recent study published in Solar RRL, academics from the University’s Department of Physics have been exploring the effect of semi-transparent PV materials placed over crops – an exemplary application of agrivoltaics (solar panels combined with agricultural settings)....

Scientists from Swansea University have developed a new tool to help identify optimal photovoltaic (PV)...

09/09/2024

A leading commercial property lawyer has alerted brownfield site owners that they may be missing opportunities to transform their land by adding energy generation technology and storage facilities to raise additional income. The alert has come from Phil Hunt, a senior associate at Midlands law firm, mfg Solicitors, who has been advising on UK-wide brownfield sites and the rental income landowners can receive from an energy-generating tenant on their land, whilst also promoting the latest green technology....

A leading commercial property lawyer has alerted brownfield site owners that they may be missing...

06/09/2024

Corendon Airlines, which continues its activities with a mission of sustainable travel that respects nature, is collaborating with the cOmmited.app platform, which helps to achieve zero carbon emissions. As part of this collaboration, Corendon has launched a climate program for a carbon-neutral future and offers its passengers the opportunity to offset the carbon emissions from their travels. Corendon Airlines is taking another new step to reduce the impact of carbon emissions on climate change....

Corendon Airlines, which continues its activities with a mission of sustainable travel that respects nature,...

29/08/2024

When it comes to awareness of the term Net Zero, Brits are the reigning champions in Europe, according to a major new report from Cadent – but we’re losing ground on changes of magnitude. Net Zero League Table UK Germany Netherlands Awareness of term 87% 61% 53% Knowledge of changes needed 38% 42% 33% Believe changes in home are difficult…...

When it comes to awareness of the term Net Zero, Brits are the reigning champions...

23/08/2024

SOLAR pioneers are glued to a cutting-edge innovation that will revolutionise renewable energy capture in the marine sector. Anglesey and Manchester-based Grafmarine is working in partnership with Henkel, the German multinational consumer and industrial goods manufacturer. With international sites including the UK and Ireland, Henkel’s technologies are used in many different applications and industries, and they are the name behind many well-known brands such as Loctite, Sellotape and Unibond....

SOLAR pioneers are glued to a cutting-edge innovation that will revolutionise renewable energy capture in...

22/08/2024

The challenge of creating new woodland in the UK is daunting, but new research from The University of Manchester concludes that policymakers should “prioritise woodland creation protocols aimed at nature recovery and tailored to the context of restoration rather than simply based on opportunistic land acquisition.” In an article published by Policy@Manchester, Dr Matthew Dennis highlights that native broadleaf woodland in the UK stands at 14.5% land-cover compared to 40% for Europe as a whole. ...

The challenge of creating new woodland in the UK is daunting, but new research from...

09/08/2024

AN international supplier of promotional products approaching 35 years in business has expanded its operations while targeting net zero. Flint-based Preseli Ltd successfully lowered its carbon footprint after receiving a grant from the Carbon Reduction Feasibility Fund. The Fund is delivered by Antur Cymru Enterprise with the backing of Pathway to Carbon Zero Ltd and Litegreen Ltd in collaboration with Flintshire County Council....

AN international supplier of promotional products approaching 35 years in business has expanded its operations...

08/08/2024

GreenSeas Trust is thrilled to announce the installation of its first bin for GreenSeas in Eastbourne, marking a significant milestone in the fight against marine plastic pollution. The bin will be unveiled just outside the entrance of Eastbourne Pier on August 12th at 2pm. This event will feature a ribbon-cutting ceremony by the Mayor of Eastbourne, Candy Vaughan, accompanied by other councillors....

GreenSeas Trust is thrilled to announce the installation of its first bin for GreenSeas in...

08/08/2024

Partou Alexandra Day Nursery and Preschool in Redditch has proudly completed its Plastic Free Schools Accreditation and officially become a ‘plastic free nursery.’ Established in 2018, Plastic Free Schools is a pioneering programme that equips young people with the tools to understand the problems of single-use plastic and eliminate it where possible from their places of learning. Partou Alexandra took up the challenge to become plastic free in 2022 as it aligned perfectly with the nursery’s sustainable and planet-friendly ethos....

Partou Alexandra Day Nursery and Preschool in Redditch has proudly completed its Plastic Free Schools...

07/08/2024

Leading tech accessories brand Juice is excited to announce its upcoming involvement in a fundraising event for international wildlife charity, the Born Free Foundation. Having recently collaborated with Born Free for the launch of its new and exclusive ‘Animals’ range, Juice is now taking part in the charity’s ‘Walk on the Wild Side’ campaign, created specifically to help end the exploitation of lions....

Leading tech accessories brand Juice is excited to announce its upcoming involvement in a fundraising...

06/08/2024

Quirky and colourful tech accessories brand juice® has expanded its eco-conscious ‘Animals’ range with the launch of three brand-new products. Initially launched in April in partnership with international wildlife charity, the Born Free Foundation, the playful assortment of charging cables, speakers and headphones was based around two critically endangered and legally protected species – the Lazy Giant Panda and the Fierce Sumatran Tiger....

Quirky and colourful tech accessories brand juice® has expanded its eco-conscious ‘Animals’ range with the...