Chief executives of major companies across Europe countries are reconsidering their timelines and investments regarding net zero objectives, new research has found.
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How Jacobs is teaming with a DC microgrids disruptor to meet surging electricity demand
Direct current (DC) microgrids are essential to managing the surge in electricity demand that will come with developments like the transition of heat and transport networks from fossil fuels, experts from Jacobs and Current/OS have told NCE.
Why is rail electrification so slow in the UK?
Benefits of electrified railways are numerous and they will be vital in achieving net zero, but the electrification rate is worryingly low and an overhaul of the approach is required.
Associated British Ports partners with heavy lift provider Sarens on floating offshore wind
Associated British Ports (ABP) has announced a strategic collaboration with Sarens, a heavy lift provider, to accelerate the deployment of floating offshore wind (Flow) from Port Talbot.
Collaborative focus on resource use alongside net zero is vital
The new UK government has a firm focus on decarbonisation which it has already made clear with the mission it has set out on electricity with moving the net zero target date from 2035 to 2030. Nonetheless, there is only so much that government can do to aid the infrastructure…
India plans to build 40-50 SMRs by 2032
Between 40-50 small modular reactors (SMRs) could be built in India by 2032 if plans by India’s Department of Atomic Energy and Tata Consulting Engineers are realised.
Concrete giant plans to install renewable power at second UK plant in bid to decarbonise
Cement, concrete and aggregates giant Cemex is set to install solar power and battery storage innovations at its Hamer Warren quarry in Hampshire.
Arcadis CEO discusses exiting Middle East, ethics and positivity about future
Arcadis is in the process of winding down its Middle East operations due to issues with getting paid by clients, but is positive about the wider economic outlook and is confident about its own success and ethics, according to the company’s chief executive.
‘Urgent action’ needed to meet 2030 net zero targets, government climate advisor warns
The UK is not on track to meet its 2030 target on the way to net zero unless “urgent action” is taken including the rapid ramp up of low-carbon technologies, the government’s independent climate advisor has warned.
Collaboration and net zero: an essential partnership for project success
Collaboration is an essential pillar for success in all walks of life, whether that’s achieving personal goals, or driving business growth. If teams across a business, or even from business to business, don’t collaborate successfully, their chances of success will be considerably reduced.