Our expert team research a huge diversity of subjects every day. Constantly exposing the latest questions and controversies in sustainability, we have a unique perspective. Here we share our views, from all members of the team, on the issues that matter to us.
With energy consumption predicted to double by 2050, the need for effective solutions to reduce carbon emissions has never been greater. Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) plants could be major, typically reducing emissions from by 80-90%. When used in conjunction with biomass, the technique is even claimed to be carbon negative.
Read MoreOur analysis of the supply chain impacts of construction in the UK found that for every £1 million of revenue, there are globally: 0.03 victims of modern slavery, 0.5 victims of child labour, and 85 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.
Read MoreThe few strategies that improve the efficiency of rushed delivery – parcel shops, pickup lockers, or workplace deliveries – have all been shuttered by COVID-19. Shopping online can decrease the carbon footprint of your purchases, but as accelerated shipping is normalised, the efficiencies of ecommerce are eroded in favour of more stuff, more fast.
Read MoreOne tweet generates 0.02 g CO2e, and one email (without an image) generates 4 g CO2e. For context, one kilometre travelled in a private car generates 240g of CO2e emissions. The carbon footprint of our gadgets, the internet, and the systems supporting them represents about 3.7% of global greenhouse emissions.
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