The Green Edge Digest Update – December 2024
A listing of all the publications we reviewed last month, categorised and tagged for upload to The Green Edge Digest Database.
Clean Power 2030: Assessment of the Clean Energy Skills Challenge
Author/Publisher: UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Evaluates clean energy workforce needs to support the UK's Clean Energy Mission.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Clean Energy Jobs, Decarbonization, Energy Transition, Workforce Development, Skills Shortages, Net Zero
Summary: This report highlights the urgent need to develop clean energy skills to meet the UK's net-zero goals. It estimates that 3 million workers will require reskilling, with up to 725,000 net new jobs expected by 2030 in low-carbon sectors such as hydrogen and carbon capture. The analysis emphasizes coordinated efforts between government, employers, and training providers to address workforce gaps.
Glasgow Just Transition Skills Action Plan
Author/Publisher: Glasgow Economic Leadership
Date: 2024
Focus: Outlines a strategy to deliver equitable green workforce development in Glasgow.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Just Transition, Inclusive Growth, Workforce Development, Reskilling, Net Zero
Summary: This plan emphasizes a "just transition" framework for equipping Glaswegians with the skills required for a net-zero economy. It stresses the need for reskilling and upskilling to tackle social inequalities while generating skilled labor for green industries. Partnerships between businesses, public sectors, and educational institutions are central to implementation.
15 Green Skills
Author/Publisher: AimHi Earth
Date: 2023
Focus: Introduces 15 core green skills needed to address climate challenges.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Sustainability, Workforce Development, Green Transition, Education Reform, Innovation
Summary: This report identifies 15 green skills, ranging from critical systems thinking to technical and interpersonal abilities, as essential for sustainable transitions. It advocates for embedding these skills in education and workforces globally to prepare societies for environmental and economic shifts.
The Significance of Green Skills and Competencies
Author/Publisher: Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies
Date: 2021
Focus: Explores the definition, development, and implementation of green skills for economic transitions.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Green Economy, Skills-Based Hiring, Workforce Development, Sustainability
Summary: This research paper examines how green jobs are transforming labor markets. It highlights mismatches in current skills supply and demands, advocating for policies to retrain workers and prepare graduates for sustainability-focused roles. It identifies gaps in technical and IT skills as key challenges.
Kaleidoscope: October 2024 Edition
Author/Publisher: Kaleidoscope Initiative
Date: October 2024
Focus: Reviews the role of green skills in enabling sustainable development and economic resilience.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Green Skills, Sustainability, Economic Resilience, Climate Action, Workforce Development
Summary: The article provides an in-depth overview of how green skills are reshaping the workforce, emphasizing their importance for implementing sustainable practices. It categorizes green skills into technical and soft competencies and outlines their role in job creation and innovation.
Green Skills for Sustainability Transitions
Author/Publisher: Martina Fuchs, Geography Compass
Date: 2024
Focus: Analyzes the integration of green skills into vocational training and economic policies.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Green Skills, Sustainability Transitions, Policy Recommendations, Vocational Training
Summary: This paper critically evaluates the fragmented definitions of green skills and their implementation in different economic and educational systems. It underscores the role of green skills in achieving sustainable transitions, highlighting regional and social disparities in skill adoption.
Teaching Green Skills: Post-Secondary Actions
Author/Publisher: Future Skills Centre and The Conference Board of Canada
Date: August 2024
Focus: Examines how post-secondary institutions integrate green skills into curricula.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Green Skills, Vocational Training, Education Reform, Workforce Development, Net Zero
Summary: This report outlines efforts by Canadian post-secondary institutions to embed green skills across academic programs. It highlights challenges in funding, industry collaboration, and scalability. Recommendations include enhancing partnerships with employers and adopting practical teaching models.
EuropeOn Sector Report 2024
Author/Publisher: EuropeOn
Date: November 2024
Focus: Analyzes the role of electrical contractors in Europe's green transition.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Electrification, Workforce Development, Energy Transition, Skills Shortages, Clean Energy Technologies
Summary: The report positions electrical contractors as critical enablers of Europe's decarbonization goals. It details workforce shortages and training gaps, calling for investment in apprenticeships and upskilling to meet electrification and energy efficiency targets.
Green Skills 2030 Strategy
Author/Publisher: SOLAS, Ireland
Date: October 2024
Focus: Develops a national framework for green skills training in Ireland’s Further Education and Training (FET) sector.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Skills-Based Hiring, Workforce Development, Green Transition, Vocational Training, Sustainability
Summary: Ireland’s Green Skills 2030 Strategy maps skills gaps and outlines sector-specific recommendations to meet green transition targets. It emphasizes cross-sector collaboration and flexible training programs to ensure workforce readiness for climate goals.
Generic Green Skills
Author/Publisher: Margarita Pavlova, Griffith University
Date: 2024
Focus: Investigates the role of technology education in equipping students with generic green skills.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Sustainability, Vocational Training, Green Skills, Education Reform
Summary: This research argues for integrating generic green skills into technology education as a foundation for green job readiness. It highlights economic restructuring as a driver for transforming curricula to align with sustainability priorities.
Net-Zero Skills: Jobs, Skills, and Training for the Net-Zero Energy Transition
Author/Publisher: Imperial College London – Energy Futures Lab
Date: October 2024
Focus: Evaluates workforce readiness for the low-carbon energy transition in the UK.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Net Zero, Workforce Development, Skills Shortages, Green Economy, Energy Transition
Summary: This report outlines the skill gaps and workforce needs required to meet the UK’s net-zero goals. It highlights barriers such as regional disparities, data gaps, and low workforce diversity. Key recommendations include establishing a Net-Zero Skills Commission and improving data monitoring for training outcomes.
A Green Skills Framework for Climate Action, Gender Empowerment, and Climate Justice
Author/Publisher: Christina Kwauk and Olivia Casey, Brookings Institution
Date: 2022
Focus: Proposes a framework for green skills development through a gender-equity lens.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Green Skills, Gender Equality, Climate Justice, Sustainability Education, Capacity Building
Summary: The paper defines green skills across three paradigms—technical, generic, and transformative—emphasizing social equity and gender empowerment. It advocates integrating green skills into education and training systems to address vulnerabilities and achieve climate justice.
Recognizing Green Skills Through Non-formal Learning: A Comparative Study in Asia
Author/Publisher: Margarita Pavlova and Madhu Singh, UNESCO
Date: 2022
Focus: Investigates recognition of green skills in non-formal learning systems in Asia.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Non-formal Education, Green Skills, Sustainability, Vocational Training, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Summary: This comparative study explores green skills training in Asia’s micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). It highlights challenges in skill recognition and proposes frameworks for incorporating sustainability practices into training programs.
Shifting Skills: Moving Targets and Remaking the Workforce
Author/Publisher: Boston Consulting Group and Burning Glass Institute
Date: May 2022
Focus: Analyzes skill disruptions in the workforce and strategies for adaptation.
Category: Skills and Workforce Development
Tags: Workforce Transformation, Skill Gaps, Labor Trends, Economic Mobility
Summary: This report examines how rapid changes in technology and sustainability goals are reshaping job markets. It identifies key trends such as rising demand for technical and green skills and offers strategies for reskilling workers to stay competitive.
The uneven foundations of a just transition for workers: a UK perspective
Author/Publisher: Dave Reay, University of Edinburgh
Date: November 2024
Focus: Evaluates workforce equity in the UK’s transition to net-zero.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Just Transition, Workforce Diversity, Net Zero, Inequality, Climate Policy
Summary: This paper explores risks of inequality in the net-zero transition, emphasizing gender and ethnicity gaps. It recommends policies that promote inclusivity, workforce protections, and equitable job creation.
Measuring and Evaluating Success in the Scottish Just Transition
Author/Publisher: Tavistock Institute and University of Edinburgh
Date: December 2024
Focus: Develops a monitoring framework for Scotland’s just transition strategy.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Evaluation Metrics, Just Transition, Workforce Development, Climate Strategy
Summary: This report proposes a Theory of Change for tracking Scotland’s just transition progress. It emphasizes equitable outcomes, spatial justice, and job creation, offering policy mechanisms to monitor and refine actions.
Ensuring Equity in the Green Transition
Author/Publisher: Equity Institute
Date: 2024
Focus: Addresses equity challenges in green workforce transitions.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Workforce Diversity, Inclusion, Green Economy, Skills Shortages, Net Zero
Summary: This report highlights gaps in diversity and accessibility within the green economy. It proposes measures to close participation gaps and expand access to training, particularly for underrepresented groups.
Growing Green Careers
Author/Publisher: Groundwork UK
Date: April 2022
Focus: Provides pathways for accessible green jobs in the UK.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Green Jobs, Career Pathways, Net Zero, Vocational Training
Summary: This report advocates for making all jobs ‘green’ and outlines strategies to integrate sustainability into traditional career paths. It emphasizes diversifying access to green careers through education and training.
Overcoming Barriers and Unlocking Supply in UK Apprenticeships
Author/Publisher: St Martin’s Group
Date: September 2024
Focus: Examines apprenticeship supply and demand challenges in the UK.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Apprenticeships, Workforce Development, Skills Shortages, Economic Growth
Summary: This study highlights barriers to apprenticeship access, including funding and geographic disparities. It proposes reforms to increase flexibility, support SMEs, and expand pathways for disadvantaged learners.
Migration Advisory Committee Annual Report 2024
Author/Publisher: Migration Advisory Committee (MAC), UK
Date: December 2024
Focus: Evaluates immigration policies and their alignment with workforce skills strategies.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Immigration Policy, Skills Development, Workforce Planning, Economic Growth
Summary: The report assesses immigration’s role in addressing workforce shortages, particularly in IT and engineering. It advocates linking immigration policy with skills strategies to promote domestic workforce development.
Just Sustainability Transitions: From Concept to Practice
Author/Publisher: European Environment Agency (EEA)
Date: 2024
Focus: Analyzes justice-oriented approaches to sustainability transitions in Europe.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Just Transition, Sustainability, Climate Policy, Social Equity, EU Policies
Summary: This report outlines principles and strategies for ensuring fair and inclusive sustainability transitions across the EU. It highlights regional inequalities, vulnerable groups, and best practices, including case studies from Spain, Finland, and Italy. Recommendations focus on governance frameworks, procedural justice, and monitoring mechanisms to implement just transitions.
Adecco Labour Market Outlook (ALMO): Autumn 2024
Author/Publisher: Adecco Group UK and Ireland
Date: November 2024
Focus: Examines trends and forecasts for the UK labor market.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Labour Market, Workforce Development, Economic Trends, Employment Policies
Summary: This report provides a mixed outlook, noting recovery signs in sectors like construction and professional services despite skills shortages. It advocates for proactive investment in training programs and highlights the importance of apprenticeships and policy reforms like the Employment Rights Bill.
Exploring the Emergence of Microcredentials in Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Author/Publisher: CEDEFOP
Date: June 2024
Focus: Evaluates the role of microcredentials in modernizing vocational education and training.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Microcredentials, Vocational Training, Upskilling, Lifelong Learning, Digital Skills
Summary: This report explores the flexibility and scalability of microcredentials for addressing skills gaps and promoting lifelong learning. It emphasizes integrating digital learning tools and aligning microcredentials with national qualifications frameworks to support employability and workforce adaptability.
Green Borders: Policy Recommendations to Improve Talent Mobility
Author/Publisher: International Organisation of Employers (IOE)
Date: November 2024
Focus: Proposes migration policies to support green transitions and labor mobility.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Migration Policy, Workforce Mobility, Climate Resilience, Skills Shortages
Summary: This report addresses migration challenges caused by climate change and proposes strategies to improve talent mobility. It highlights the role of businesses and policymakers in fostering inclusive migration systems to address skills gaps and drive sustainable transitions.
Navigating the Future: Colours of the Economy
Author/Publisher: ETF and ITC-ILO
Date: 2024
Focus: Uses foresight techniques to envision economic and workforce changes.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Economic Trends, Workforce Planning, Skills Adaptation, Foresight
Summary: This report introduces a "colour-coded framework" for analyzing economic transitions and skills development. It explores multiple future scenarios, emphasizing adaptability, collaboration, and inclusive planning for a sustainable economy.
Sofia Offshore Wind Farm Socio-Economic Research Study
Author/Publisher: Wavehill Research for RWE
Date: November 2024
Focus: Analyzes economic and social impacts of the Sofia Offshore Wind Farm project.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Offshore Wind, Socio-Economic Impact, Green Jobs, Renewable Energy
Summary: This study examines the economic impact of a £6.08 billion wind farm project, projecting job creation in engineering and supply chains. It highlights regional benefits, workforce development opportunities, and the need for ongoing investment in renewable energy infrastructure.
Climate Literacy Amongst School Leavers
Author/Publisher: Department for Education, UK
Date: December 2024
Focus: Assesses climate literacy among UK school leavers.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Climate Literacy, Education Policy, Sustainability Awareness, Curriculum Development
Summary: This survey reveals moderate climate literacy among school leavers, with gaps in understanding climate impacts and mitigation strategies. It recommends curriculum enhancements and more integrated teaching on sustainability.
Agency in the Anthropocene: OECD Education Working Paper
Author/Publisher: OECD
Date: December 2024
Focus: Examines educational frameworks to promote agency in sustainability action.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Environmental Education, Sustainability, Future Skills, Climate Action
Summary: This paper supports the PISA 2025 Science Framework, focusing on building agency in students to address Anthropocene challenges. It advocates for interdisciplinary approaches, systems thinking, and environmental literacy.
Mission Accepted: The Role of Colleges Across Government’s Five Missions
Author/Publisher: Association of Colleges (AoC)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Highlights the role of colleges in supporting national missions, including net-zero transitions.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Vocational Training, Green Skills, Apprenticeships, Economic Growth
Summary: This report outlines how colleges can address skills gaps and support clean energy transitions. It calls for investment in vocational education, infrastructure development, and partnerships with employers.
Integrating Green Skills into Education and Research
Author/Publisher: Union for the Mediterranean (UfM)
Date: 2024
Focus: Guides universities and research centers in embedding green skills.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Green Skills, Higher Education, Sustainability Research, Workforce Development
Summary: This guide provides frameworks and tools for integrating sustainability into education and research. It emphasizes cross-sector collaboration and outlines strategies for scaling green skills programs across academic institutions.
AI Skills in Canada: The Changing Demand for Skills
Author/Publisher: OECD
Date: May 2024
Focus: Analyzes how artificial intelligence impacts workforce skill demands in Canada.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: AI Skills, Workforce Development, Social Skills, Digital Skills, Employment Trends
Summary: This report explores the rise of AI technologies and their impact on skill demands. It highlights the growing importance of social, emotional, and digital skills in roles highly exposed to AI. While AI reduces the need for clerical tasks, it amplifies demand for communication, problem-solving, and technical proficiencies.
Data on Our Minds: Affective Computing at Work
Author/Publisher: Institute for the Future of Work
Date: 2024
Focus: Examines the impact of affective computing and algorithmic emotion tracking in workplaces.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Affective Computing, Emotional AI, Workplace Surveillance, Ethical AI, Wellbeing
Summary: This report investigates the growing role of affective computing—technologies that analyze and respond to human emotions. It introduces the concept of Algorithmic Affect Management (AAM) and its implications for workplace privacy and ethics. Recommendations include stronger governance frameworks to protect worker rights.
The Student Experience of Transnational Education
Author/Publisher: Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI)
Date: 2024
Focus: Reviews challenges and opportunities in transnational education (TNE).
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Transnational Education, Student Experience, Quality Assurance, Global Mobility
Summary: The report highlights gaps in monitoring and transparency within TNE programs, recommending enhanced public reporting and international surveys to track student outcomes. It emphasizes equity and quality in overseas education delivery.
The Future of Talent Acquisition: AI in Recruitment
Author/Publisher: AMS
Date: 2024
Focus: Explores AI’s transformative role in recruitment and hiring processes.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: Talent Acquisition, AI Recruitment Tools, Workforce Strategy, HR Technology
Summary: This report discusses AI-driven recruitment innovations, predicting up to 40% automation of hiring tasks. It emphasizes AI’s ability to improve candidate matching and decision-making while highlighting regulatory and ethical challenges.
TIMSS 2023: National Report for England
Author/Publisher: UCL Institute of Education
Date: December 2024
Focus: Analyzes England’s performance in international mathematics and science assessments.
Category: Labour Market
Tags: TIMSS, Mathematics, Science Education, International Benchmarking
Summary: England’s students showed stable or improving performance in mathematics and science compared to 2019. However, gaps remain with top-performing countries, particularly in mathematics at year 9. Recommendations focus on improving STEM curricula and teacher training.
English Devolution White Paper: Power and Partnership
Author/Publisher: UK Government
Date: December 2024
Focus: Sets out a roadmap for strengthening regional governance and devolution in England.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Devolution, Local Governance, Economic Growth, Regional Development
Summary: This paper proposes expanded powers for regional authorities, promoting local accountability and economic growth. It introduces frameworks for strategic authorities to oversee transport, housing, and economic development.
Realising Regional Potential: CBI Economics Report
Author/Publisher: CBI and Lloyds Banking Group
Date: December 2024
Focus: Identifies high-value economic clusters across the UK and their growth potential.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Economic Clusters, Growth Strategies, Innovation, Regional Inequality
Summary: The report highlights thriving regional clusters in sectors like advanced manufacturing, life sciences, and net-zero technologies. It calls for greater investment in infrastructure and innovation to sustain growth.
Policy Brief: The Case for Local Planning of Energy and Heat
Author/Publisher: Nesta
Date: 2024
Focus: Advocates for localized energy planning to accelerate the transition to clean energy.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Local Energy Planning, Clean Energy, Net Zero, Infrastructure Development
Summary: This brief highlights the benefits of localized energy and heat planning to reduce costs and promote renewable energy adoption. It proposes forming local energy bodies and providing sustained funding to accelerate implementation.
Reforming Local Government Funding in England
Author/Publisher: Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Evaluates funding inequalities and proposes reforms to enhance local government financing.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Local Funding, Fiscal Policy, Regional Inequality, Governance Reform
Summary: The report examines disparities in council funding and recommends reforms, including needs-based allocations and long-term planning frameworks, to address inequality and improve efficiency.
MHCLG Overview: 2023-24 Parliamentary Report
Author/Publisher: National Audit Office (NAO)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Reviews performance and spending of the Ministry of Housing, Communities, and Local Government.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Local Government, Public Spending, Accountability, Housing Policy
Summary: This overview evaluates the Ministry’s priorities, spending patterns, and achievements in housing, levelling up, and net-zero initiatives. It highlights challenges in transparency and performance monitoring.
Townscapes: Making Innovation Inclusive
Author/Publisher: Bennett Institute for Public Policy, University of Cambridge
Date: October 2024
Focus: Investigates how innovation can drive inclusive growth in the UK.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Inclusive Innovation, Regional Inequality, Social Equity, Innovation Policy
Summary: This report explores how innovation policies can reduce economic and social inequalities by ensuring marginalized groups and underdeveloped regions benefit from technological advancements. It proposes data-driven approaches, local innovation ecosystems, and diverse funding streams to make innovation more inclusive.
Mapping Public Engagement in the Heat Transition in Scotland
Author/Publisher: ClimateXChange, Ipsos Scotland
Date: September 2024
Focus: Reviews public engagement strategies related to Scotland’s transition to clean heating systems.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Public Engagement, Clean Energy, Heat Transition, Energy Policy
Summary: This report identifies gaps in public engagement, particularly among landlords, renters, and energy professionals. It emphasizes the need for trusted messengers, simplified messaging, and better communication on financial benefits to encourage adoption of clean heating systems.
The Transition Handbook
Author/Publisher: Appropedia
Date: 2024
Focus: Offers a practical guide for community-led sustainability transitions.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Community Planning, Sustainability, Local Action, Transition Models
Summary: This handbook provides frameworks and tools for communities to implement sustainability strategies. It covers energy transition, food security, and resilience planning while emphasizing collaboration and grassroots actions.
CleanTech Directory: June 2023 Edition
Author/Publisher: CleanTech Connect
Date: June 2023
Focus: Catalogs cleantech suppliers and solutions for SMEs, focusing on sustainability applications.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Cleantech Solutions, SMEs, Sustainability, Energy Efficiency
Summary: This directory lists cleantech providers offering solutions for air pollution, energy efficiency, GHG reduction, and water treatment. It serves as a resource for SMEs seeking to adopt sustainable practices.
Local Growth Plans: Supporting Place-Based Growth
Author/Publisher: Institute for Government
Date: October 2024
Focus: Proposes frameworks for local authorities to implement growth plans aligned with national strategies.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Place-Based Growth, Devolution, Economic Planning, Local Policy
Summary: The report emphasizes empowering local authorities to shape growth strategies through evidence-based plans. It highlights the need for aligned funding and clear timelines to strengthen local economies.
True North: Defining Northern Ambition
Author/Publisher: Brabners LLP
Date: 2024
Focus: Explores strategies for sustainable growth and productivity in Northern England.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Northern Economy, Sustainability, Innovation, Skills Development
Summary: This report highlights collaborative approaches to promote growth in Northern England through skills development, sustainability, and inclusive innovation. It calls for greater private investment and partnerships.
Midlands Engine Energy Security White Paper
Author/Publisher: Midlands Engine Partnership
Date: December 2024
Focus: Outlines strategies to secure clean energy and economic growth in the Midlands.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Energy Security, Clean Energy, Regional Growth, Energy Infrastructure
Summary: This paper maps the Midlands’ role in the UK’s clean energy transition. It emphasizes scaling renewable energy capacity, overcoming infrastructure barriers, and investing in skills to address energy security challenges.
Green Innovation and Employability in the Mediterranean
Author/Publisher: Union for the Mediterranean (UfM)
Date: 2024
Focus: Promotes the Triple Helix model for linking green innovation, education, and employment.
Category: Devolution and Regional Development
Tags: Green Innovation, Employability, Education, Triple Helix Model
Summary: This study advocates the Triple Helix approach to integrate academia, government, and industry for fostering green innovation and sustainable employment in the Mediterranean region.
Climate Policy Factbook: COP29 Edition
Author/Publisher: BloombergNEF
Date: November 2024
Focus: Reviews global climate policies and their effectiveness in achieving decarbonization goals.
Category: Pot Pourri
Tags: Climate Policy, Carbon Pricing, Fossil Fuel Subsidies, COP29
Summary: This report identifies three priorities—cutting fossil fuel subsidies, scaling carbon pricing, and implementing climate-risk policies. It highlights disparities among G-20 nations in addressing emissions reductions.
Tracking Engagement in the Global Private Sector
Author/Publisher: IIED
Date: 2024
Focus: Surveys engagement trends in green economy practices across 10 countries.
Category: Pot Pourri
Tags: Green Economy, Circular Economy, Public Engagement, Sustainability
Summary: This study tracks engagement with green economy initiatives, revealing generational and geographic trends. Emerging economies prioritize green legislation, while younger demographics emphasize eco-friendly jobs.
Inside the Race to the Top
Author/Publisher: Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Tracks cleantech competition among China, the U.S., and Europe.
Category: Pot Pourri
Tags: Cleantech, Renewable Energy, Electrification, Energy Security, Global Competitiveness
Summary: This report examines global competition in cleantech, focusing on deployment rates for solar, wind, and electric vehicles. It highlights regional disparities, with China leading in manufacturing and the U.S. having untapped renewable potential. It emphasizes local economic gains, energy security, and technology leadership as drivers for adoption.
Partnership for Action on Green Economy: 2023 Annual Progress Report
Author/Publisher: UNEP, ILO, UNDP, UNIDO, UNITAR
Date: 2023
Focus: Tracks global progress in green economy transitions across 22 partner countries.
Category: Pot Pourri
Tags: Green Economy, Circular Economy, Just Transition, Policy Development, Capacity Building
Summary: This report details progress in embedding green economy principles into policies, with a focus on circularity, green jobs, and climate strategies. Key outcomes include over 63,000 trained participants and 98 adopted policies. It highlights South-South collaboration and emphasizes integrating green finance and inclusive growth strategies.
Energy Security and Net Zero: 2023–24 Overview
Author/Publisher: National Audit Office (NAO), UK
Date: November 2024
Focus: Evaluates the performance and financial accountability of the UK’s Department for Energy Security & Net Zero.
Category: Energy - General
Tags: Energy Security, Net Zero, Governance, Accountability, Public Spending
Summary: This report reviews the UK’s energy strategy, emphasizing renewables, nuclear decommissioning, and household energy efficiency programs. It highlights funding challenges, cost management in nuclear programs, and policy impacts on energy security.
Servitisation of Cooling: Cooling-as-a-Service (CaaS)
Author/Publisher: Oxford Martin School, University of Oxford
Date: December 2024
Focus: Proposes servitisation models for sustainable cooling solutions.
Category: Energy - General
Tags: Cooling, Servitisation, Business Models, Sustainability, Circular Economy
Summary: This report introduces Cooling-as-a-Service (CaaS) as a business model to address rising energy demands for cooling. It highlights pay-per-use approaches that lower upfront costs and enhance accessibility, offering insights into barriers and opportunities for scaling the model globally.
Toward a Shared Zero-Carbon Energy Future
Author/Publisher: Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI)
Date: November 2024
Focus: Analyzes rural energy cooperatives as tools for equitable clean energy transitions.
Category: Energy - General
Tags: Zero-Carbon, Rural Energy, Cooperatives, Renewable Energy
Summary: This report investigates the role of rural energy cooperatives in deploying renewable energy, particularly in developing regions. It highlights energy access challenges and economic opportunities linked to decentralized clean energy systems.
Residential Energy Transition: Market State of 2024
Author/Publisher: LCP Delta
Date: October 2024
Focus: Assesses residential energy transitions and adoption of low-carbon technologies.
Category: Energy - General
Tags: Energy Transition, Renewables, Electrification, Residential Policy
Summary: This whitepaper evaluates the trajectory of residential energy transitions to 2030, identifying trends in heat pumps, solar, and storage systems. It recommends integrated energy solutions to accelerate adoption across Europe.
Energy Parks: A New Strategy to Meet Rising Electricity Demand
Author/Publisher: Energy Innovation Policy & Technology LLC
Date: December 2024
Focus: Proposes “energy parks” as integrated hubs for renewable energy and storage.
Category: Energy - General
Tags: Energy Parks, Renewable Energy, Hydrogen, Grid Integration, Storage
Summary: This report outlines the concept of energy parks, which combine wind, solar, and battery storage at a single grid connection point. Highlighting case studies like the Meitner Project, it demonstrates how these parks improve grid efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate renewable adoption. The paper advocates for policy reforms to support grid integration and incentivize hybrid energy systems.
Some Like It Hot: Moving Industrial Electrification from Potential to Practice
Author/Publisher: Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Explores pathways to industrial electrification to decarbonize manufacturing.
Category: Electricity
Tags: Industrial Electrification, Decarbonization, Net Zero, Policy Recommendations
Summary: This report outlines technologies and policies needed to electrify industrial processes, emphasizing benefits like efficiency gains and emission reductions. It proposes a 10-point policy framework to accelerate adoption.
Net Zero Industry Tracker 2024
Author/Publisher: World Economic Forum (WEF) in collaboration with Accenture
Date: December 2024
Focus: Tracks progress in decarbonizing hard-to-abate industries.
Category: Electricity
Tags: Net Zero, Heavy Industry, Decarbonization, Green Investment
Summary: This report assesses decarbonization efforts across key sectors like steel, cement, and aviation. It highlights technology readiness, infrastructure gaps, and financing needs, calling for stronger public-private partnerships.
Electricity Market Reform Evaluation
Author/Publisher: Energy Systems Catapult
Date: 2024
Focus: Evaluates reforms in the UK’s electricity markets to support net-zero goals.
Category: Electricity
Tags: Energy Markets, Policy Reform, Innovation, Net Zero
Summary: This report evaluates proposed reforms in the UK electricity markets, focusing on decentralization, flexibility, and renewable integration. It highlights the role of market design in accelerating clean energy adoption.
Reforms to the Energy Performance of Buildings Regime
Author/Publisher: Ministry of Housing, Communities, and Local Government
Date: December 2024
Focus: Proposes updates to the Energy Performance of Buildings (EPB) framework.
Category: Energy Efficiency
Tags: Building Standards, Energy Performance, Regulation, Net Zero
Summary: This impact assessment examines reforms to improve EPC accuracy, enhance data access, and align building standards with net-zero goals. It evaluates costs, benefits, and timelines for implementation.
The Future of Geothermal Energy
Author/Publisher: International Energy Agency (IEA)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Explores geothermal energy’s potential in electricity generation, heating, and storage.
Category: Geothermal
Tags: Geothermal Energy, Renewable Heat, Energy Storage, Innovation, Clean Energy
Summary: This report highlights advances in geothermal technologies, emphasizing horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to unlock deeper resources. It projects geothermal could meet up to 15% of global electricity demand by 2050 if costs and permitting barriers are addressed. Recommendations include risk-reduction measures, enhanced financing, and leveraging oil and gas expertise.
On Hydrogen
Author/Publisher: University of Manchester
Date: 2024
Focus: Reviews hydrogen’s role in decarbonization across sectors.
Category: Hydrogen
Tags: Hydrogen Economy, Storage, Transportation, Industrial Decarbonization
Summary: This report explores hydrogen’s viability for industrial use, long-term storage, and transportation decarbonization. It highlights challenges in cost, standards, and infrastructure, emphasizing the need for investment and regulatory clarity to scale up production and storage solutions.
Meta-Review on Hydrogen Heating
Author/Publisher: University of Oxford
Date: January 2024
Focus: Evaluates hydrogen’s suitability for heating systems based on 54 studies.
Category: Hydrogen
Tags: Hydrogen Heating, Building Energy, Heat Pumps, Cost Analysis
Summary: This meta-review concludes that hydrogen heating is less efficient, more expensive, and environmentally inferior to alternatives like heat pumps and district heating. It advises prioritizing electrification and district heating in decarbonization strategies.
Scotland’s Hydrogen Potential – Export Plan
Author/Publisher: Scottish Government
Date: 2024
Focus: Lays out Scotland’s strategy to become a hydrogen export hub.
Category: Hydrogen
Tags: Hydrogen Exports, Renewable Hydrogen, Economic Growth, Infrastructure
Summary: This report identifies Scotland’s potential to export 25 GW of hydrogen by 2045. It details infrastructure investments, regulatory frameworks, and partnerships to support hydrogen production and supply chain growth, positioning Scotland as a global leader in hydrogen exports.
Scotland’s Renewable Energy Industry: Supply Chain Impact Statement
Author/Publisher: Scottish Renewables
Date: 2024
Focus: Tracks the economic impact of Scotland’s renewable energy industry.
Category: Renewables Supply Chain
Tags: Renewable Energy Jobs, Economic Growth, Supply Chain Development
Summary: This report showcases the growth of Scotland’s renewable energy supply chain, which supports over 1,270 jobs. It emphasizes investment in offshore wind, hydrogen, and grid infrastructure while highlighting funding commitments to sustain growth.
EU Solar Market Outlook 2024–2028
Author/Publisher: SolarPower Europe
Date: 2024
Focus: Tracks solar market trends and forecasts growth scenarios across Europe.
Category: Solar Power
Tags: Solar Power, Market Trends, Renewable Growth, Energy Policy
Summary: This report highlights record solar installations in 2024 despite slower growth compared to 2023. It emphasizes the need for grid upgrades, flexibility, and policy support to sustain momentum and meet EU’s 2030 target of 750 GW solar capacity.
Integrating Solar and Wind: Global Experience and Challenges
Author/Publisher: International Energy Agency (IEA)
Date: 2024
Focus: Reviews strategies for integrating solar and wind energy into power grids.
Category: Solar Power
Tags: Solar-Wind Integration, Grid Flexibility, Decarbonization, Energy Systems
Summary: This report outlines integration measures to ensure grid stability as renewable penetration grows. It emphasizes smart grids, energy storage, and demand-side management to prevent energy losses and improve flexibility.
Solarize Your Community: Residential Solar Adoption Guide
Author/Publisher: U.S. Department of Energy SunShot Initiative
Date: 2024
Focus: Provides a framework for accelerating residential solar adoption.
Category: Solar Power
Tags: Residential Solar, Community Campaigns, Adoption Strategies
Summary: This guide outlines evidence-based strategies for promoting residential solar adoption through peer campaigns and group purchasing programs. It highlights case studies and financing options to accelerate deployment.
Wind Power and Devolved Governments: A Coordinated Approach
Author/Publisher: Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Proposes a four-nations strategy for wind deployment in the UK.
Category: Wind Power
Tags: Wind Power, Regional Planning, Net Zero, Grid Infrastructure
Summary: This report stresses the need for collaboration among devolved governments to meet ambitious wind capacity targets. It calls for infrastructure upgrades, skills development, and streamlined permitting to accelerate wind deployment.
Clean Energy Made in the UK
Author/Publisher: Uplift
Date: November 2024
Focus: Examines the potential for domestic clean energy growth and job creation in the UK.
Category: Wind Power
Tags: Offshore Wind, Job Creation, Renewable Energy, Supply Chains
Summary: This report highlights how offshore wind and renewable energy infrastructure can drive economic growth and job creation in the UK. It estimates the creation of 10,000 direct and 13,300 indirect jobs, focusing on retraining oil and gas workers for clean energy roles. Policy recommendations emphasize domestic supply chain development and financial incentives to strengthen local manufacturing hubs.
DEFRA Overview 2023–24
Author/Publisher: National Audit Office (NAO)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Reviews DEFRA’s performance and spending priorities for environmental governance and resource management.
Category: Food and Agriculture
Tags: Agriculture, Biodiversity, Waste Management, Water Quality
Summary: This report evaluates DEFRA’s approach to sustainable farming, flood risk reduction, and carbon storage. While emphasizing biodiversity protection and climate resilience, it identifies funding constraints and enforcement gaps. Recommendations include increasing targeted spending on carbon capture technologies and strengthening collaboration between agencies to ensure efficient policy delivery.
ELM Upland Analysis
Author/Publisher: Environmental Land Management (ELM) Program
Date: 2024
Focus: Evaluates the impact of Environmental Land Management (ELM) schemes on upland farming.
Category: Food and Agriculture
Tags: Agricultural Payments, Upland Management, Climate Targets
Summary: This analysis reveals that only 8% of Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) funding supports upland farmers, despite their crucial role in climate mitigation and biodiversity preservation. Barriers such as funding delays and complex application processes hinder adoption. Recommendations focus on increasing financial support, simplifying application procedures, and tailoring schemes to regional needs.
Agricultural Universities Council UK Research Strategy
Author/Publisher: Agricultural Universities Council UK
Date: 2023
Focus: Proposes a unified research strategy for agricultural innovation and sustainability.
Category: Food and Agriculture
Tags: Food Systems, Research Collaboration, Sustainable Farming
Summary: This report outlines priorities for advancing agricultural research, including improving food security, promoting sustainable farming practices, and addressing climate change. It calls for stronger coordination between institutions, expanded funding for applied research, and deeper collaboration with government to align efforts with national goals.
Transforming to a Regenerative Farming System in Yorkshire
Author/Publisher: White Rose Research Consortium
Date: November 2022
Focus: Explores pathways to regenerative agriculture in Yorkshire.
Category: Food and Agriculture
Tags: Soil Health, Climate Resilience, Sustainability
Summary: This report advocates for shifting to regenerative farming practices that restore soil health and improve biodiversity. It highlights economic incentives for farmers adopting sustainable techniques and emphasizes market-based mechanisms to scale regenerative agriculture. Recommendations include creating pricing models, subsidies, and peer-to-peer learning networks.
Petrochemical Imbalance
Author/Publisher: Carbon Tracker Initiative
Date: December 2024
Focus: Analyzes risks facing petrochemical markets as oil demand declines.
Category: Chemicals and Petrochemicals
Tags: Oil Demand, Petrochemicals, Climate Risks
Summary: The report forecasts a structural decline in petrochemical demand due to transport electrification and regulatory shifts. It highlights economic vulnerabilities in oil-reliant markets and proposes transitioning to bio-based and recycled materials. Policy suggestions focus on diversifying investments, improving waste management, and aligning strategies with net-zero targets.
Financing a Circular Chemical Economy
Author/Publisher: Policy White Paper, Green Alliance
Date: November 2024
Focus: Proposes strategies for funding circular chemical systems.
Category: Circular Economy
Tags: Chemical Recycling, Green Innovation, Policy Reform
Summary: This paper explores financing options for sustainable chemical production, emphasizing carbon reuse and recycling technologies. It outlines regulatory reforms and fiscal incentives to promote green chemistry. Recommendations include tax credits, grant funding, and policies to incentivize closed-loop systems and renewable feedstocks.
Green Growth
Author/Publisher: New Statesman and SUEZ
Date: November 2024
Focus: Highlights job creation opportunities and workforce development in the circular economy.
Category: Circular Economy
Tags: Green Jobs, Recycling, Net Zero, Workforce Development
Summary: This report projects the creation of over 74,000 jobs in the waste and recycling sectors by 2030. It stresses the need for reskilling and recruiting diverse talent to meet growing demand for circular economy roles. Recommendations include investment in technical training programs, public-private partnerships, and campaigns to promote careers in sustainability.
Planning for the Future: Recruiting Diverse Talent into Waste and Resource Management
Author/Publisher: CIWM and Resource Futures
Date: 2024
Focus: Examines strategies to attract diverse talent into waste and resource management industries.
Category: Circular Economy
Tags: Skills Gap, Diversity, Green Careers
Summary: The report highlights a lack of awareness about career opportunities in waste management, particularly among younger demographics. It outlines pathways to develop diverse and inclusive talent pipelines, emphasizing apprenticeships, outreach programs, and entry-level recruitment strategies to boost participation in green jobs.
Beyond Linear: Moving Towards a Circular Economy
Author/Publisher: British Chambers of Commerce (BCC)
Date: 2024
Focus: Advocates for a transition to a circular economy in the UK.
Category: Circular Economy
Tags: Waste Reduction, Sustainability, Circular Innovation
Summary: This report outlines policy recommendations to support a circular economy, focusing on recycling, sustainable design, and supply chain transformation. It highlights case studies of successful circular practices and emphasizes the role of government in providing incentives and regulatory frameworks. Recommendations include grants, procurement standards, and partnerships to scale circular solutions nationally.
CITB Annual Report and Accounts 2023–24
Author/Publisher: Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
Date: 2024
Focus: Evaluates the UK construction industry's workforce development and training strategies.
Category: Construction and Built Environment
Tags: Skills Gap, Apprenticeships, Training Grants, Workforce Development
Summary: This report highlights progress in tackling skill shortages through employer-led training programs, apprenticeships, and grants. It documents over £128.6m invested to support 15,710 employers and 26,349 apprentices. The report outlines efforts to diversify access to training, particularly targeting SMEs, and notes improvements following an Ofsted review. Future plans include enhancing the National Construction College (NCC) and reducing cash reserves to further fund training initiatives.
Developing a Global Energy Efficiency Workforce in the Buildings Sector
Author/Publisher: International Energy Agency (IEA)
Date: October 2024
Focus: Workforce planning for energy-efficient building transitions.
Category: Construction and Built Environment
Tags: Green Jobs, Energy Efficiency, Net Zero Buildings
Summary: The report underscores the urgent need to expand the workforce skilled in energy-efficient building technologies. It identifies key roles—insulation workers, HVAC technicians, and energy auditors—forecasting 1.3 million new jobs by 2030. Recommendations focus on formal training programs, inclusivity in workforce development, and better coordination between policymakers, unions, and employers.
Better Homes, Cooler Planet
Author/Publisher: WWF and ScottishPower
Date: August 2022
Focus: Reducing carbon emissions and energy costs in homes through low-carbon technologies.
Category: Construction and Built Environment
Tags: Heat Pumps, Solar Energy, Home Retrofits
Summary: This report explores how low-carbon technologies, such as heat pumps and solar panels, can reduce energy bills, increase property values, and cut emissions. It highlights financial barriers to adoption and calls for grants and subsidies to support low-income households. Policy recommendations include scaling up incentives, balancing costs between gas and electric heating, and expanding retrofitting schemes.
B5 Interim Report – Near-Zero Emission Buildings
Author/Publisher: Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction
Date: November 2024
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Focus: Institutional and personnel capacity building for near-zero emission buildings.
Category: Construction and Built Environment
Tags: Building Codes, Capacity Building, Climate Resilience
Summary: Launched at COP28, this report highlights strategies to build institutional and workforce capacity for near-zero emission buildings by 2030. Key actions include strengthening building codes, improving training programs, and addressing workforce shortages. It emphasizes the need for global collaboration, especially in developing nations, to align policies with climate adaptation goals.
Beyond-HCD to EarthXDesign
Author/Publisher: Grotzer and Cao
Date: April 2023
Focus: Proposes a shift from human-centered to earth-centered design principles.
Category: Design
Tags: Systems Thinking, Sustainability, Design Innovation
Summary: This paper critiques Human-Centered Design (HCD) and advocates for Earth-Centered Design (ECD) to address sustainability challenges. It stresses the importance of balancing human needs with planetary boundaries, urging designers to adopt systemic approaches to sustainability. Recommendations include integrating ecological principles into design processes and prioritizing regenerative solutions.
Engineering the Future of Sustainability
Author/Publisher: National Academy of Engineering
Date: 2024
Focus: Measuring and communicating progress on sustainability goals.
Category: Engineering and Manufacturing
Tags: Progress Metrics, Sustainability Frameworks, Accountability
Summary: This report discusses tools for measuring sustainability performance across industries, emphasizing data transparency and accountability. It highlights frameworks for integrating sustainability into engineering processes and outlines best practices for communicating progress to stakeholders. Key takeaways include the importance of standardization and adaptive frameworks for long-term monitoring.
Green Skills for the Manufacturing Sector
Author/Publisher: University of Bergamo
Date: 2024
Focus: Assessing green skills requirements in manufacturing.
Category: Engineering and Manufacturing
Tags: Circular Economy, Digital Skills, Renewable Energy
Summary: The report identifies critical skill areas—energy management, eco-design, and data analytics—needed to support sustainable manufacturing under Industry 5.0. It highlights gaps in training programs and calls for targeted upskilling initiatives to meet the EU’s Green Deal targets.
Financing Innovative CleanTech
Author/Publisher: EU Sustainable Finance Conference
Date: January 2023
Focus: Sustainable finance frameworks for accelerating clean technology adoption.
Category: Finance
Tags: EU Taxonomy, Circular Economy, Investment Strategies
Summary: This presentation outlines the EU Taxonomy’s role in defining sustainable investments and promoting clean technology financing. It emphasizes double materiality—evaluating both financial risks and sustainability impacts—and calls for targeted investments in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and low-carbon transport to meet EU climate targets.
Paying for Good for All
Author/Publisher: PwC and London Business School
Date: 2024
Focus: Linking ESG performance to employee compensation.
Category: Finance
Tags: ESG Metrics, Compensation Strategies, Corporate Accountability
Summary: This report explores the integration of ESG targets into pay structures, showing that 82% of senior leaders globally include ESG goals in compensation plans. It emphasizes aligning incentives with long-term sustainability goals and highlights the need for flexible frameworks to account for local priorities and stakeholder expectations.
Testing the Mettle – Steel Industry Decarbonization
Author/Publisher: SteelWatch
Date: November 2024
Focus: Ranking steel companies on renewable energy use.
Category: Metals
Tags: Green Steel, Hydrogen, Renewable Energy
Summary: This ranking report assesses renewable energy adoption by major steel producers, revealing that most companies lag in renewable energy procurement. It calls for increased investment in green hydrogen and renewable power to meet net-zero targets by 2050. Recommendations include partnerships with renewable energy suppliers and stricter disclosure standards.
Aldersgate Group Nature Briefing
Author/Publisher: Aldersgate Group
Date: December 2024
Focus: Nature’s role in economic resilience and sustainability strategies for businesses.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Biodiversity, Ecosystem Services, Policy Frameworks
Summary: This briefing outlines the critical link between economic stability and nature preservation, with 55% of global GDP relying heavily on natural ecosystems. It highlights business opportunities in sustainability-linked markets and nature-based solutions while addressing risks from nature degradation. Recommendations include mandatory financial disclosures on nature impacts, scaling biodiversity net gain policies, and leveraging private investment for nature recovery.
New to Nature – Groundworks Report
Author/Publisher: Groundwork
Date: November 2024
Focus: Promoting diversity in environmental careers through work placements.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Workforce Diversity, Training, Environmental Careers
Summary: This report evaluates a national program that created 95 paid placements to diversify the environmental workforce. It emphasizes inclusive recruitment and skill-building, with 86% of participants from underrepresented groups. Recommendations include scaling up programs for marginalized communities, enhancing financial support, and building partnerships to sustain equitable green career pathways.
Decent Work in Nature-Based Solutions
Author/Publisher: International Labour Organization (ILO)
Date: 2024
Focus: Employment potential and workforce development in nature-based solutions (NbS).
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Job Creation, Skills Development, Infrastructure Investments
Summary: This report emphasizes NbS as pathways to tackle biodiversity loss and climate change while creating quality employment opportunities. It estimates significant job growth, particularly in regions investing in ecosystem restoration and green infrastructure. Recommendations include scaling NbS investments, enhancing interdisciplinary skills, and targeting vulnerable communities for job creation.
Scottish Biodiversity Strategy 2045
Author/Publisher: Scottish Government
Date: 2024
Focus: Tackling biodiversity loss and building resilient ecosystems by 2045.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Nature Emergency, Ecosystem Restoration, Climate Resilience
Summary: This strategy sets ambitious goals for Scotland to become "Nature Positive" by 2030 and fully restore biodiversity by 2045. It emphasizes habitat restoration, sustainable farming, and marine protection. Key actions include embedding nature-positive practices in industries, strengthening governance frameworks, and securing long-term investments to reverse biodiversity loss.
Nexus Assessment Report
Author/Publisher: Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)
Date: December 2024
Focus: Interlinkages between biodiversity, water, food, and health for sustainable development.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Ecosystem Services, Climate Adaptation, Holistic Planning
Summary: This assessment analyzes the interconnected challenges of biodiversity loss, food insecurity, water stress, and health impacts. It advocates for cross-sectoral policies to prevent trade-offs and emphasizes synergies between biodiversity and climate mitigation efforts. Recommendations include aligning policies with global frameworks like the SDGs and enhancing governance for systemic sustainability.
It’s Now for Nature Handbook
Author/Publisher: Business for Nature Campaign
Date: November 2024
Focus: Practical guidance for businesses to create nature-positive strategies.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Corporate Governance, Financial Reporting, Biodiversity
Summary: This handbook provides step-by-step tools for businesses to assess, commit, and disclose nature-related impacts. It aligns with frameworks like the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and Science-Based Targets Network (SBTN). Businesses are encouraged to integrate nature strategies into their operations and disclose progress transparently.
Regenerative Neighbourhoods – Urban Insight by Sweco
Author/Publisher: Sweco
Date: December 2024
Focus: Designing urban areas to regenerate ecosystems and promote social equity.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Regenerative Design, Green Spaces, Urban Planning
Summary: This report envisions cities as ecosystems that regenerate nature while enhancing human well-being. It highlights best practices from 22 European cities integrating green-blue infrastructure and regenerative design principles. Recommendations focus on creating multifunctional green spaces, promoting social inclusion, and leveraging urban development for climate resilience.
Caring for God’s Acre – Annual Report 2024
Author/Publisher: Caring for God’s Acre
Date: 2024
Focus: Conservation and biodiversity management in burial grounds.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Community Engagement, Conservation Practices, Biodiversity
Summary: This report outlines efforts to preserve burial grounds as biodiversity hotspots. Key achievements include launching new digital mapping projects and engaging volunteers in conservation practices. Recommendations stress expanding biodiversity-friendly management practices, fostering partnerships, and using burial grounds as educational resources.
The Climate Dictionary – Nature Edition
Author/Publisher: UNDP
Date: 2024
Focus: Simplifying environmental terms to promote public understanding and engagement.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Climate Literacy, Biodiversity, Policy Communication
Summary: This guide defines essential terms related to biodiversity, climate change, and green economy concepts. It aims to demystify jargon, enabling broader participation in environmental debates and policy-making. Topics include regenerative agriculture, planetary boundaries, and nature-positive frameworks.
Parish Nature Recovery Toolkit
Author/Publisher: John Clare Countryside Project
Date: 2024
Focus: Community-led initiatives for nature recovery and habitat restoration.
Category: Nature and Biodiversity
Tags: Local Planning, Habitat Restoration, Rural Development
Summary: This toolkit supports parishes in creating tailored nature recovery plans. It offers templates, case studies, and guidance on habitat expansion, hedgerow planting, and pond restoration. Recommendations focus on community engagement, leveraging local partnerships, and tracking biodiversity outcomes.
Plastic Promises Scorecard 2024
Author/Publisher: As You Sow
Date: June 2024
Focus: Corporate accountability on plastic reduction and circularity.
Category: Plastics
Tags: Plastic Reduction, Recycling, Corporate Responsibility
Summary: This scorecard evaluates 225 companies across 15 industries on their plastic packaging practices, focusing on recyclability, reduction, reuse, recycled content, recovery, and extended producer responsibility. It highlights gaps between commitments and actions, finding that most firms fall short of targets. Recommendations include improving transparency, setting ambitious goals, and investing in circular solutions.
Circular Gap Report – Ireland’s Textiles 2024
Author/Publisher: Circle Economy
Date: October 2024
Focus: Textile waste management and circular economy strategies in Ireland.
Category: Textiles
Tags: Textile Waste, Recycling, Extended Producer Responsibility
Summary: Ireland generates 164,000 tonnes of textile waste annually, with low rates of separate collection and recycling. Key challenges include fragmented sorting systems and export dependency. Recommendations emphasize improving infrastructure, setting collection targets, expanding reuse systems, and prioritizing consumer education and repair skills to drive circularity.
National Textile Advisory Group Recommendations
Author/Publisher: Irish Department of Environment, Climate and Communications
Date: July 2024
Focus: Circular economy roadmap for Ireland’s textile sector.
Category: Textiles
Tags: Textile Circularity, Skills Development, Regulation
Summary: This advisory outlines a framework for textile circularity, calling for Extended Producer Responsibility schemes, circular design incentives, and repair infrastructure investments. It prioritizes consumer behavior change through awareness campaigns and education programs, while urging government support for repair and reuse sectors.
ZEV Mandate Fuels UK’s EV Boom
Author/Publisher: Transport & Environment
Date: November 2024
Focus: Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) policies and electric vehicle adoption.
Category: Transport
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Policy Impact, Carbon Reduction
Summary: The UK’s ZEV mandate accelerates electric vehicle sales, now at 18.3% of the market. The report highlights compliance flexibilities and affordability gains, noting a shift toward smaller, lower-cost EVs. Recommendations focus on expanding affordable EV models and maintaining regulatory consistency to sustain momentum.
Public Chargepoints for Electric Vehicles
Author/Publisher: National Audit Office
Date: December 2024
Focus: Assessing EV charging infrastructure rollout.
Category: Transport
Tags: EV Charging, Net-Zero Transition, Public Investment
Summary: With 64,632 public chargepoints installed as of July 2024, this report evaluates progress toward the 2030 target of 300,000 units. Key challenges include rural disparities and power capacity limits at service areas. Recommendations include streamlining local infrastructure plans, increasing funding, and addressing regional imbalances.
Phasing Out Petrol and Diesel Cars – Zero Emission Transition
Author/Publisher: UK Department for Transport
Date: December 2024
Focus: Policy framework for banning new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.
Category: Transport
Tags: Zero Emission Vehicles, Transition Strategy, Infrastructure
Summary: This policy emphasizes industry support, infrastructure investment, and public incentives to transition to zero-emission vehicles. It maintains the 2030 phase-out deadline and projects economic growth through clean energy and green technology adoption.
EV Charging and Cross-Sector Implications
Author/Publisher: UK Energy Research Centre
Date: November 2024
Focus: Integrating EV charging into urban planning, power grids, and housing.
Category: Transport
Tags: EV Infrastructure, Urban Design, Energy Transition
Summary: This report highlights challenges in coordinating EV charging infrastructure across sectors. It calls for affordability measures, innovative financing, and balanced deployment strategies to ensure equitable access and grid compatibility.
Global Maps on Onshore Power Supply
Author/Publisher: OPS Study Group
Date: March 2024
Focus: Mapping ports equipped for onshore power supply to reduce emissions.
Category: Transport
Tags: Port Sustainability, Emission Reductions, Alternative Fuels
Summary: The study maps ports adopting onshore power supply, cutting emissions by up to 98%. It underscores the need for global adoption of OPS technologies and highlights gaps in implementation, particularly in developing regions.
Key Transport Policies for Growth and Climate
Author/Publisher: Transport and Environment
Date: 2024
Focus: Policy frameworks for decarbonizing transport and stimulating investment.
Category: Transport
Tags: Emissions Reduction, ZEV Targets, Green Investment
Summary: This report advocates for regulatory clarity and expanded mandates across sectors, including shipping, aviation, and road transport. It emphasizes investing in hydrogen-based fuels, zero-emission vehicles, and battery manufacturing to drive green growth.
Port Energy Demand Model – Onshore Power Implementation
Author/Publisher: University of Strathclyde
Date: 2024
Focus: Modeling energy demand for ports transitioning to onshore power systems.
Category: Transport
Tags: Green Ports, Maritime Emissions, Energy Efficiency
Summary: This feasibility study calculates energy demands for ports implementing onshore power systems, reducing CO2 emissions by 83.6%. It highlights the challenges of scaling alternative fuels and calls for investment in infrastructure and regulatory frameworks.