The Prime Minister has issued a warning about potential backlash against the previous plan, and challenged critics to defend the need for families to spend up to £15,000 on non-essential actions to achieve net zero. He emphasized the risk of losing the support of the British people if the current path continues, potentially undermining the …
Labour rejects the claims made by Chancellor Rishi Sunak, stating that they are not considering policies such as implementing new taxes on flights or requiring seven bins for recycling. Shadow Environment Secretary, Mr. Reed, emphasizes that these policies would contradict their net zero targets and harm the motor industry. He also notes that car manufacturers …
Reports suggest that some Conservative MPs are contemplating sending letters of no confidence in the Prime Minister if he proceeds with the proposed changes. The level of discontent within the party is rising, with Chris Skidmore, a former energy minister and Tory MP, describing the situation as Sunak’s slow-motion car crash. Sir Alok Sharma, the …
Shell Canada President Discusses Global Energy Transition at World Petroleum Congress | SEO Enhanced The Role of Oil and Gas Companies in the Global Energy Transition The fossil fuel industry has come under scrutiny for its impact on climate change. However, Susannah Pierce, President of Shell Canada, believes that oil and gas companies cannot be …
Downing Street emphasized the importance of maintaining communication with China, while Chancellor Rishi Sunak argued that honest dialogue with Beijing serves the national interests of the UK. This comes amidst the news that a British citizen in his late 20s, who collaborated with influential Conservative MPs and had access to highly sensitive or classified information, …
Microsoft announced a groundbreaking deal yesterday, signaling its commitment to carbon capture technology and its investment in Heirloom, a California startup focused on removing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the air. The agreement allows Microsoft to purchase up to 315,000 metric tons of CO2 removal over the next decade. Heirloom utilizes innovative techniques involving limestone …
The establishment of the CCC can be traced back to the 2008 Climate Change Act, which aimed to hold the Government accountable for its efforts in reducing greenhouse gases. In 2021, Boris Johnson solidified the most recent five-year “carbon budget” into law. Ignoring the CCC’s recommendations will inevitably lead to a legal battle with environmental …
London Mayor Sadiq Khan recently announced the expansion of the scrappage scheme, aimed at preventing the reselling of the most polluting cars outside of the M25. This initiative, led by Transport for London, encourages motorists to turn in non-compliant vehicles and receive payments that can be put towards the purchase of a new or used …
Vintage cars possess a wide price range, spanning from highly sought-after collector’s pieces that can fetch hundreds of thousands of pounds at auctions, to entry-level models available for just a few thousand. These cars from the past, known for their reliability, could provide an appealing alternative to purchasing a modern Ulez-compliant car, all while offering …
If you’re considering trading your current non-Ulez compliant car for a historic vehicle, take advantage of TfL’s scrappage grant to help offset the cost of purchasing a classic car. Interestingly, the scheme is designed to remove polluting cars from the road and encourage drivers to opt for cleaner alternatives. All London residents are eligible to …