We chat to Kirrien Wilson, Managing Director of cycle delivery start-up ZEEM Logistics, about the inspiration behind the business, Clean Air Zones and the future of urban logistics.
The Prime Minister has called on every small business in the country to commit to taking practical steps to cut their emissions as part of the UK’s journey to net zero by 2050.
Under new procurement rules, firms will be required to align themselves with the government’s net zero target and publish ‘credible’ carbon reduction plans before they can bid for large contracts.
A new resource designed as a ‘one stop shop’ for understanding natural capital and the services nature provides has been developed specifically for Greater Manchester.
Plans to develop a network to distribute low carbon electricity, heat and cooling to buildings in Manchester have been backed by government as part of a £44 million investment in heat networks.
SMEs in Greater Manchester can now get support for their journey to net zero emissions through a new online programme designed to cut participants’ carbon footprint and reduce their costs.
Kevin Lambert explains the rising awareness of ‘corporate greenwash’ and why businesses need to be accurate, clear and transparent when promoting their environmental credentials.
A Greater Manchester hospital has opened a green walking route to promote the physical and mental health benefits of green space, a concept that is attracting rising interest from businesses.
Greater Manchester has published its final Clean Air Plan, which includes £120m to support businesses ahead of the introduction of a city-region-wide Clean Air Zone in less than a year’s time.
The government has been told by its independent advisors to “get real” on its climate commitments and introduce a range of new policies to cut emissions and adapt to rising temperatures.
