Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2023

A new report from energy consultancy Cornwall Insight has set out a range of regulation and policy changes the government could examine if it wants to avoid a slowdown or stalling of business investment in decarbonisation. Coupled with deterrents for carbon-intensive practices, these could be used as part of a ‘carrot and stick’ approach.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

But is it practical? Why Hydrogen is Appetizing for Food trucks One might ask why the food truck industry is driving towards hydrogen power? Besides, benefiting from government incentives for green technologies can significantly offset installation costs. It’s innovative and exciting for sure. Absolutely.

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency and Scottish Government say they have been working with UK partners to develop a four-nation approach to digital tracking of waste movements. DWT will also strengthen our ability to track compliance, prioritise regulatory activities and help prevent waste crime, including illegal export of waste. “We

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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 6, 2024

Government Commitment The Egyptian government, recognizing its geographic and strategic benefits, has exhibited a robust commitment to bolster its green hydrogen prowess. This governmental backing is vital in offering a consistent regulatory atmosphere and drawing investment into the sector.

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

When used judiciously and with proper hazardous materials assessment and management, toxic chemicals can offer significant advantages across various industries. Benefit #5: Manufacturing & Industry Toxic chemicals are integral to manufacturing processes. Without these chemicals, many industries would grind to a halt.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 5, 2020

In so doing, the SEC is dampening an important risk signal to corporate management and investors, especially with respect to environmental, social and governance issues. While most proposals originate with company management, a growing investor movement uses shareholder proposals or resolutions to promote more sustainable business practices.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

By implementing smart energy management systems and adopting efficient practices, both households and businesses can play their part in protecting the environment while reducing their energy costs. Governments and regulators worldwide are increasingly recognizing the importance of energy efficiency and renewable energy.

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GreenBiz

APRIL 26, 2021

Today's standard practices for solar manufacturing and disposal need close examination — especially as demands for the cheap, clean energy is set to increase. . Lauren Phipps: What is NREL’s approach to the circular economy for the solar industry? . Mon, 04/26/2021 - 00:30. Our conversation has been edited for length and clarity. .

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Latham's Clean Energy Law Report

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Green , James Bee , and Kevin Mak The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has published a Code of Conduct for Providers of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Rating and Data Products (Code), and an accompanying compliance checklist for providers (Checklist), following a public consultation conducted from June to August 2023.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

However, the report notes that, rather than being a supply issue, lack of progress is often down to administrative delays, with governments failing to follow up on their climate promises with clear policies and permitting and regulatory frameworks to kick-start floating offshore wind in their territories.

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Smart Energy International

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The energy and utilities industries play a significant role in carbon emissions. What may come as a surprise is that the utilities industry is leading when it comes to adopting sustainable practices. What may come as a surprise is that the utilities industry is leading when it comes to adopting sustainable practices.

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DeSmogBlog

DECEMBER 8, 2023

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES — Lobbyists from industrial agriculture companies and trade groups have turned out in record numbers at COP28, which this year has a strong focus on tackling emissions from the food sector. Meat isn’t the only industry under the spotlight. They are going the opposite way.”

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DeSmogBlog

JULY 7, 2023

Proposed laws to curb antibiotic use on UK farms drafted after closed-door meetings with industry contain loopholes that could undermine the fight against deadly drug resistant bacteria, campaigners have warned. The UK government has since weakened that commitment, however, saying only that it would implement “similar provisions.”

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T Rex Group

JUNE 20, 2023

It remains to be seen how the SEC will proceed, and what implications this could have for the financial industry as a whole. The Dodd-Frank Act was enacted in 2010 in response to the 2008 financial crisis with the aim of promoting financial stability and protecting consumers from abusive practices in the financial industry.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

The Challenge: Regulatory Barriers and Policies Complex and inconsistent regulations surrounding renewable energy. Encourage governments to prioritize sustainability in their agendas. Promote energy-efficient technologies and practices in homes and businesses. Share best practices and technologies for global climate action.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2019

Gemidan, which recently opened its third pre-treatment facility, believes that whilst PAS 110 has served a worthy purpose, the waste industry isn’t challenging itself enough, citing competition over food waste feedstock and a lack of Government incentives. www.ecogi.dk/en/frontpage. en/frontpage.

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Smart Energy International

JANUARY 31, 2023

The summit was attended by industry experts, state and federal regulators, leaders from the US and Canadian government as well as more than 250 virtual observers. The summit opened with remarks from Willie Phillips, acting chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). served as hosts.

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Business Green

JUNE 26, 2022

New strategy aims to tackle space junk, encourage responsible practices, and curb supply chain impacts. The answer from the UK government is an emphatic 'yes', following the announcement it is to launch a new Plan for Space Sustainability. Does an environment without an atmosphere still require protecting?

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Energy and Cleantech Council

JUNE 15, 2022

The event featured three panels, which explored the changing laws, technologies, and industry dynamics at play in the battery storage sector, Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG), and electric transmission planning respectively. Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Financial Conduct Authority seeks views on further potential governance changes to accelerate net zero transition The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has released a new discussion paper requesting finance sector views on the regulator's plans to bolster sustainability-related governance and incentives.

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Renewable Energy World

AUGUST 25, 2021

Government Strategies on Hydrogen. In addition to financial institutions, governments are also playing a key role in shaping the incentives for hydrogen in shipping. Certain of these plans specifically contemplate hydrogen as fuel in the shipping industry.

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DeSmogBlog

JANUARY 4, 2024

Three-quarters of prizes at the UK’s top sustainable advertising awards went to agencies who work for the fossil fuel industry, a DeSmog analysis has revealed. The group’s members include six of the major advertising networks that dominate the industry — WPP , Omnicom Group , Interpublic Group (IPG), Publicis, Dentsu, and Havas.

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Business Green

MAY 3, 2022

Communications and advertising agencies that promote fossil fuel firms are at increasing risk of court and regulatory action, as climate litigation intensifies and the rules governing fossil fuel advertising are tightened by governments around the world. Time is running out.".

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Hydrogen Fuel News

JANUARY 19, 2024

The hydrogen industry is undergoing a transformative journey driven by the immense potential of hydrogen as a clean, efficient, and versatile energy carrier. This dynamic environment fosters innovation and propels demand within the industry.

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Business Green

MARCH 30, 2021

National standards body partners with government innovation agency InnovateUK and the Industrial Biotechnology Leadership Forum on major new report setting out full potential for bio feedstocks.

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Business Green

OCTOBER 21, 2021

The government has announced plans to require trustees to measure and report how their investment portfolios are aligned to the Paris Agreement. The proposals follow industry calls for "methodological flexibility" and the DWP said trustees will be supported with updates to statutory guidance. Industry support.

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Business Green

OCTOBER 6, 2021

The project has received a £195,000 grant from the Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy's (BEIS) Regulators' Pioneer Fund and aims to help companies better communicate their environmental performance so as to avoid greenwashing and encourage them to incorporate greener practices into their operations.

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Smart Energy International

JANUARY 15, 2024

Moreover, European and national regulatory bodies are imposing rules and guidelines that impact data management and exchange, which also must feed into the design and governance. Organisational interoperability, in practice, involves documenting, integrating or aligning business processes and the pertinent information exchanged.

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GreenTechMedia

MAY 1, 2020

We hope this series can serve as a source of information and inspiration for recent graduates, cleantech professionals planning their careers or anyone who wants to transition into the industry. Kennedy recommends that young professional consider the decision to go to law school carefully, and not to enroll unless they want to practice law.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Negative emissions technologies such as carbon capture and storage will need to be scaled, and improved agriculture and land use practices will be critical for removing carbon from the atmosphere and restoring carbon sinks. Currently the UK is making limited progress outside of the power and industry sectors.

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Energy and Cleantech Council

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Once these steps are completed and a lease is awarded, BOEM’s regulatory process involves a multi-year site assessment phase followed by construction and operation. His practice focuses on energy and climate law, including regulatory, environmental permitting and compliance, due diligence, and transactional matters.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Environment Minister announces fresh moves to tackle dangerous waste practices and pledges to end waste crime by 2043 The government has unveiled new reforms designed to tackle waste criminals and dangerous practices that are estimated to cost the English economy £87.2m

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GreenTechMedia

MARCH 3, 2020

Regulatory changes have not only helped Spain reemerge as Europe’s biggest market for large-scale solar projects but also animated a big new market for distributed solar systems aimed at on-site consumption. For now, the big winners in this market are small commercial, industrial and public-sector consumers.

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Business Green

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Leading firms from across the investment industry have today backed a statement issued at the COP15 Biodiversity Summit in Montreal that calls for a global treaty that sets out a firm mandate for nations to require their financial sectors to align activities with global goals to halt and reverse nature loss.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 10, 2023

Sustainability certifications are becoming increasingly important for businesses as global leaders, industry experts and the public are taking climate action. Certifications can be issued by government agencies, non-profits or private companies. OVERVIEW OF SUSTAINABILITY CERTIFICATIONS.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Hydrogen UK this week called on the government to step up its efforts to develop and deploy hydrogen projects, as RenewableUK urged Ministers to ensure green hydrogen projects are not sidelined. A key recommendation in the report is that Hydrogen Business Models are made available to producers by mid-2022.

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GreenTechMedia

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Department of Energy announced an alliance of 11 national governments and more than 60 organizations to speed up the development and deployment of pumped hydro projects around the world. project, suggested the hydro industry had to up its game regarding public perception. This week, the International Hydropower Association and the U.S.

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