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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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.
Posted By Green Economy
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.
Posted By Green Economy
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
Read time: 4 minutes
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.
Posted By Green Economy
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.
Posted By Green Economy
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.
Posted By Green Economy
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.
Posted By Green Economy
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
14 February 2024
Fully funded sustainability support for businesses in Greater Manchester
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Organisations across the country are becoming more and more aware of environmental issues linked to climate change and the risks these pose to their business, and almost half of UK companies now have a structured plan to reduce their carbon footprint and climate impact.
Posted By Rebecca Chedd
16 January 2024
A guide to green financing options for businesses
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If you’re looking to decarbonise your organisation’s operations or improve the sustainability of your workspace, there may be green funding and financing options available to ease the costs. Here’s a rundown of some current green funding and financing routes.
Posted By Green Economy
08 January 2024
Microplastics - a global plague
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The world’s waterways are littered with monumental quantities of plastic pollution and tackling this crisis poses many difficulties. We investigate the extent of the issue and the potential solution to this growing catastrophe.
Posted By Green Economy