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Welsh Government Climate Change

Feb 6

Who are we? We talk a lot about the work we do and impact we enable, and today we’re talking about who we are and why our #ClimatePioneers love working at the Carbon Trust. Think you’d be a good addition to the team? Check out our live vacancies 👇 #Hiring #Recruitment

We're delighted to have been selected to deliver the second phase of the

@_energyservice

, alongside

@EnergySvgTrust

and partners, following a competitive bid process. We are committed to building on our successes from the first 5-year phase and creating an even greater impact!

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@WGClimateChange

May 4

The new Welsh Government Energy Service, a consortium led by @thecarbontrust and @EnergySvgTrust, will help achieve a net zero public sector by 2030 by supporting renewable energy and decarbonisation

gov.wales/energy-service

UK Green Building Council

May 4

🏗️Over 70 experts from across the construction industry have been convened by

@UKGBC

to tackle the issue of #EmbodiedCarbon measurement and reporting, including the Carbon Trust’s Consultant, Tianqi Li. Learn more the group below👇 #GreenBuilding #SustainableConstruction

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@UKGBC

May 4

UKGBC is excited to share the 70+ industry experts who are collaborating with us to mainstream action on #EmbodiedCarbon. This project will build understanding of Embodied Carbon measurement and reporting – ultimately making it common practice throughout the industry.

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AIIB-Amundi Climate Change Investment Framework

Apr 28

We are delighted to have co-developed the

@Amundi_ENG

, AIIB and

@ClimateBonds

Initiatives’s Companies and Climate Change report! It presents the first research application of the AIIB-Amundi Climate Change Investment Framework. More details 👇 #GreenFinance #TCFD

aiib.org

Compostable packaging benefits and drawbacks

Apr 27

What are the benefits and potential drawbacks of #CompostablePackaging? 🌱🥤 Our Senior Consultant featured on this week's

@dwnews

Living World podcast, discussing the impacts of different packaging, particularly compostable options. 🔉12.50-20.50 👇 #PlasticPollution

dw.com

Apr 26

📣 Members of the Carbon Trust’s team are at the

@WindEurope

annual event. You can catch Jan Matthiesen on the ‘Harnessing the Winds: How Policy Can Establish North America as a Wind Energy Leader’ panel, 26 April, 12:15-13:15 CEST organised by

@GWECGlobalWind

. #WindEurope2023

Pioneering energy efficiency tech wins Government grants

Apr 19

📣The winners of the 4th phase of the

@energygovuk

#IEEA have been announced. £4.8m has been awarded to 7 new energy and/or resource saving technologies. Congratulations to

@ai_build

, Avgo Group of Companies,

, Plan B,

and the

.👏

Apr 19

We have been part of the

Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO)

project for over three years! It’s exciting to see five more companies awarded grant funding. Read more below about the impressive work of these pioneering innovators, and their visions for the future.👇

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Apr 18

NEWS 5 African start-ups receive grant funding from PREO to help grow their projects, benefiting people & the environment.

They join 29 previous grant recipients. Read more about these 5 new projects here: rb.gy/5dsug @TEAEnergyAccess @FCDOResearch @FCDOClimate

Global Summit on Scope 3 Emission Reduction

Apr 13

🚨1 WEEK until the Global Summit on #Scope3 Emissions Reduction event takes place. Senior Consultant, Sam Bird will present on ‘Engaging the supply chain to improve #Scope3Emissions measurements and drive reductions’ session, alongside Ivan Sitar from

@VELUX

. 🗓️21 April ⏰12:20

netzero-events.com

Apr 12

🏭How can manufacturers aim for Net Zero when most of their emissions are generated after a product is sold? We helped

@grundfos

understand the obstacles and opportunities of reducing its #Scope3Emissions and achieving #NetZero so it could strengthen its climate targets. #Scope3

Helping climate ambition flow with Grundfos’ water solutions

Retail Sustainability UK Conference

Apr 11

Join Mark Reynolds, the Carbon Trust’s Associate Director, at

@WMinsightUK

's #RetailSustainabilityWM Conference on 25 April. He will be speaking on the ‘Accelerating the Retail Sector’s Commitment to Net Zero’ keynote address at 10:10-10:35. More info about the agenda👇

westminsterinsight.com

How can the UK close the gap on its carbon budget?

Apr 11

Our Net Zero Intelligence Unit has published its second Net Zero Roundup. Every month, we'll whittle down stories most worthy of your attention and share our experience-led insights on how to make progress towards #NetZero. Head over to LinkedIn to subscribe👇

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Funding announced for 53 new electricity and gas network projects

Apr 6

📣 We're delighted to announce our involvement in three innovation projects, SIF-BLADE, PIONEER and SECURE, which have been selected to receive funding from

@ofgem

and

@innovateuk

’s Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF). Find out more about the projects and funding below 👇

ukri.org

Apr 5

How can you reduce your #CarbonFootprint through your everyday purchases? Our video answers questions like: 🌍How do my purchases make an impact on the planet? 🗣️How can I trust the green claims a company is making? 🟢How do I know it’s not #Greenwashing? 📹

@IncubatorFilms

Reduce your carbon footprint through your everyday purchases

A comprehensive climate approach for financial institutions

Apr 3

Arturo Palacios, the Carbon Trust’s Deputy Director Mexico, wrote a feature for

@MXBusinessNews

on how financial institutions can help mitigate climate change and contribute to redirecting the economy toward #NetZero. Read the article👇 #TCFD #ScienceBasedTargets #GreenFinance

mexicobusiness.news

UK admits revised Net Zero strategy will fail to hit emission targets

Mar 31

"UK admits revised #NetZero strategy will fail to hit emission targets" according to the

@FinancialTimes

@_NinaFoster

, Manager of our Net Zero Intelligence Unit, comments on this 👇 #NetZeroReview #GreenDay

ft.com

Mar 31

🗞️Did you pick up your copy of the Evening Standard yesterday? Then you might've seen our ‘Clearing the air on environmental claims’ feature, written by our Global Media and Communications Lead, as part of

@MediaplanetUK

's #SustainableLiving2023 campaign. Read the article 👇

Sustainable Living: Clearing the air on environmental claims

publishing.service.gov.uk

Mar 30

6/6 These steps would help to accelerate progress towards the UK’s #NetZero target across the whole economy and ensure future energy security.” What do you think? #UKGreenDay

5/6The

review included recommendations on accelerated targets for banning gas boilers and oil and gas flaring, incorporating #NetZero in

@ofgem

's mandate and accelerated planning reforms for #OnshoreWind and #Solar. #UKGreenDay

4/6 However, gaps remain in plans to deliver an economy-wide transition. If not addressed, these could hamper progress towards the 2050 target. #UKGreenDay

3/6 Increasing flexibility and decarbonising are the next challenges. The govt has provided more clarity on the role hydrogen will play which will help to steer innovation & unlock investment. The Carbon Trust’s govt-backed hydrogen accelerator is helping to speed up deployment.

2/6 “Funding for insulation, incentivisation of #HeatPump installation and removal of gas subsidies will encourage the move from fossil fuels to #RenewableElectricity. This is the right time for the govt to speed up the transition to a zero-carbon energy system. #UKGreenDay

1/6 Today the Government made announcements relating to how the UK will be powered, and how this power will be used. Our Net Zero Intelligence Unit has assessed what it all means for the UK’s climate progress. Read the 🧵 below. #NetZero #UKGreenDay

Powering up Britain: the Net Zero growth plan

Can floating 5G keep Britain connected? #FloatingOffshore 5G networks could expand mobile tech where fibre-optic cables aren’t viable. This would be particularly useful for the #OffshoreWind industry and its workers. Our floating wind expert comments on this👇 #WindIndustry

raconteur.net

Can floating 5G keep Britain connected?

Mar 30

Yesterday we attended

@NetZero2045

. A point raised during a Q&A session mentioned the need for local authorities and public bodies to collaborate and knowledge share. We host the Public Sector Network forum that does just that 👇 #LetsDoNetZero #NetZeroScotland

Public Sector Network

Mar 30

Great to see Nadia Algera, the Carbon Trust's

@TEAEnergyAccess

Project Manager featured in this weeks 'women in energy' series. 👏 #WomenInEnergy #EnergyAccess

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ESI Africa

@ESIAfrica

Mar 29

“You do you; you know what you are capable of so pursue your aspirations. Create for yourself a circle of trust." These are the words of the phenomenal, Nadia Algera, TEA Project Manager, @thecarbontrust, South Africa. Today's featured a powerful woman in energy.

GIF

Mar 27

How can a country encourage the move to #SustainableFinance? As South Africa transitions to a sustainable and inclusive low carbon economy, this #GreenTaxonomy supports a growing market in investments that combine #ESG considerations. Find out how we helped 👇

Designing a green finance taxonomy for South Africa

Mar 21

🏍️ On 28 March we will be hosting the 'Report launch webinar: charging ahead – accelerating e-mobility in Africa' event, on behalf of

Powering Renewable Energy Opportunities (PREO)

. Register below to hear from innovators transforming e-mobility in Africa👇 #EMobility

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Mar 20

Report Launch Webinar

Charging Ahead – Accelerating e-mobility in Africa Join us for our e-mobility report launch - hear from a panel of experts & innovators transforming e-mobility in Africa. Date: Tues 28 March Time: 13:00-14:00 UTC+1 Register: eventbrite.co.uk/e/charging-ahe

Mar 21

Are you looking to reduce your organisation's #Scope3 emissions? Our introductory guide outlines vital considerations businesses and public bodies must consider when measuring and reporting Scope 3 emissions. Download now 👇 #CarbonFootprint #GHGemissions

Download: an introductory guide to Scope 3 emissions

Mar 20

How can Singapore reduce pressure on its energy grid as cooling demands rise? We worked with

@WWF

Singapore to demonstrate the multi-functional benefits of #CleanCooling technologies to help manage the upsurge in energy demands. Find out more 👇 #SustainableCooling

Cooling's role in Singapore's transition to a flexible energy grid

Mar 17

🌎Our #AccelerateToNetZero: Latin America virtual event series explored how city leaders and corporations across the region are tackling ambitious sustainability goals. Find out what our speakers had to say about city leaders prioritising climate planning. #NetZeroLatinoamerica

Accelerate to Net Zero: a view from Latin America

Mar 16

We know businesses want to be honest with customers about their green credentials, but it's not always clear how to do this. 💡Following our webinar on #greenwashing, we answer your FAQs on communicating #greenclaims. Read the full list of questions and top tips👇

Top tips: how to counter greenwashing with transparent communications

Four opportunities for UK green finance in ASEAN

Mar 14

🚨ONE WEEK until our ‘What are the key EU sustainability regulations for your business in 2023?’ webinar. We will look at how to streamline #EUTaxonomy and #CSRD reporting, the practicalities of these regulations and the benefits of going beyond compliance. Secure your spot 👇

Today the

launched its ‘Green finance: opportunities for deeper UK-ASEAN cooperation’ report, which we helped to develop alongside

@PwC

. Our expert spoke at the launch event of the report, talking about #greenfinance challenges and opportunities in #ASEAN. Download👇

great.gov.uk

Mar 13

We're looking for tender submissions before 21 April to support floating wind projects as part of the Floating Wind JIP: 🪢 Commercial Scale Mooring Integrity Management 🐚 Prevention of Marine Growth ⚡Guidance for Dynamic Cables 📈 Dynamic Cable Condition Monitoring Details 👇

Call for floating wind tender submissions

☀️ Yesterday

officially opened the solar array on Fferm Penglais campus. As lead on the

@_energyservice

’s renewable energy support for public bodies and Service Development Manager for the University, our expert Brian Drysdale went to the opening!

Mar 10

3/3 The Carbon Trust’s research shows that these can also save money and promote energy security. Our Flex GB Report showed that a fully flexible system can deliver annual savings of £16bn+ by 2050, but this depends on significant deployment before 2030.