"No matter how noble the policy intent, all legislative proposals touch our lives." Impact assessments, watered down by the last government, are important! New @greenalliance.bsky.socialgreenallianceblog.org.uk/2024/10/16/l...
As we pass the first 100 days of the new government, many will be asking what impact it has had and whether it has measured up to its stated ambitions and public expectations. Invariably, there wilā¦
Yesterday, Defra appointed economist Dan Corry to carry out an internal review of its regulation and regulators. Senior fellow Ruth Chambers says:
We are seeking permission to intervene in a possible appeal case that could clarify how government ministers should consider environmental issues when developing policy. Read the press release: green-alliance.org.uk/press-releas...
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The landmark zero emission vehicle mandate is driving EV uptake, but more needs to be done. We joined @transenvuk.bsky.social@smfthinktank.bsky.social in writing to Lilian Greenwood MP on common sense policies to boost the transition. Read here š
Weāve written to @LilianGreenwood to call on the new government for petrol and diesel sales phase out certainty and for action to support EV demand. Read the letter: www.transportenvironment.org/te-united-ki... Climate Group @greenalliance.bsky.social New Automotive @smfthinktank.bsky.social
Transport & Environment UK, Climate Group, Green Alliance, New Automotive and Social Market Foundation call for clearer commitment on EV transition.
From unexpected pessimism at Labour to a strangely upbeat atmosphere at Conservative, Holly Brazier Tope, head of politics, recounts the experience of being at the party conferences, and whether cross-party ambition on the environment featured at them: greenallianceblog.org.uk/2024/10/09/i...
With party conference season over for another year, Iāve had a few days to reflect on one of the most bizarre set of conferences Iāve been to. If I described the atmosphere at each, Iām not convincā¦
Great report from @greenalliance.bsky.social šÆ "[Action] ... to adapt to rising temperatures will save lives, reduce NHS costs, avoid building retrofits in future and improve the overall health and wellbeing of society, as well as making our towns and cities greener, more pleasant places to live"
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The toll climate change and extreme weather takes on our mental health is under reported and significant. š§ š©¹ This isnāt just eco-anxiety, but can lead to PTSD, depression and worsened symptoms in those with existing mental health problems. Report: green-alliance.org.uk/publication/...
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Heatwaves becoming more frequent and intense is a major public health concern. š”ļø Government action is needed to limit and adapt to rising temperatures, reduce NHS costs, improve public health and wellbeing and make our towns and cities greener. Report: green-alliance.org.uk/publication/...
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New research š„š Yesterday, we launched two reports funded by The Wellcome Trust on the often overlooked climate and health intersection š To 'build an NHS fit for the future', the government must address the physical and mental health challenges posed by climate change. 1/3
"The fossil fuel economy has left behind a legacy of devastationā¦ If we want the green energy transition to be different, it must be anchored in respect for human rights and a commitment to fairness". Anneke Van Woudenberg, ED of RAID, on the blog: greenallianceblog.org.uk/2024/10/07/w...
This post is by Anneke Van Woudenberg, executive director of RAID. It is part of our āCritical raw materials in focusāĀ series, a collection of blogs spotlighting the management of critical raw mateā¦