Green transition will boost UK productivity
The green transition will boost productivity across the UK economy, new research suggests. Researchers analysed the impacts of the low-carbon...
Climate change
Major climate gathering under way in Exeter
A major gathering of researchers, policymakers and business leaders is under way at the University of Exeter. Hosted by the...
Consortium aims to kickstart large-scale carbon removal
Experts will gather in Exeter next week to help kickstart a “new carbon economy”. The New Carbon Economy Consortium (NCEC)...
Major UK firms on course for ‘disorderly’ green transition
Major UK companies are making progress on cutting greenhouse gas emissions – but a steep change is needed to meet...
Green hydrogen transition ‘tough but necessary’
A new report highlights the difficulty of kickstarting “green hydrogen” production – an essential step to decarbonising some parts of...
Arctic peatlands expanding as climate warms
Peatlands across the Arctic are expanding as the climate warms, new research shows. Scientists used satellite data, drones and on-the-ground...
Two Exeter climate researchers on King’s Birthday Honours List
Two University of Exeter climate researchers have been included in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Professor Peter Cox has been...
Top scientists call for permanent ban on high seas exploitation
Extractive activity in international waters - including fishing, seabed mining, and oil and gas exploitation - should be banned forever,...
Electric trucks overtaking diesel on lifetime cost
Electric trucks are on course to overtake diesel equivalents on lifetime cost – and smart policies can accelerate this transition,...