What’s going on here? The global aviation industry has failed to meet almost all its own climate targets set since 2000, a new study revealed on Tuesday. What does this mean? Climate charity Possible found that of 50 separate targets, all but one “has either been missed, abandoned or simply forgotten about.” For example, Virgin Atlantic declared in 2010-12 that biofuel would…
What’s Going On Here? Almost 15,000 “ghost flights” departed from the UK since March 2020, with no or fewer than 10% passenger capacity. What Does This Mean? Two years ago, when borders were closed and air passengers grounded, we covered the bizarre reality that airlines run flights with no, or very few passengers simply to hold landing slots at airports (they lose…
From transport choice to shopping local, here are a few simple steps to reduce the climate impact of your next vacation.
What’s Going On Here? The UK is about to be electrified! In between high praises of Peppa Pig and some on-point car impressions, Boris Johnson announced in a speech on Monday that all new buildings across the UK will be required to have electric car charging points from 2022. The announcement was made at this year’s Confederation of British Industry (CBI) conference…
What’s Going On Here? Wednesday 27th October was budget day – the day when the Chancellor of the Exchequer sets out his plans for taxation for the next year. Updates made to the rate of Air Passenger Duty (APD) paid by plane operators could have a big impact on the UK’s commitment to reach net zero. What Does This Mean? APD is…
What’s Going On Here? Nottingham City Council implemented a workplace parking levy in 2012 and they are back in the news as Bristol City Council has also been considering one to reduce congestion caused by commuters. What Does This Mean? A Workplace Parking Levy (WPL) is a charge on employers who provide parking spaces for their employees. Employers are required to obtain…
What’s Going On Here? Downing Street has unlocked a full rack of measures that are promising to make cycling safer, more affordable, and more accessible to everyone (in England)! From a free £50 ‘fix your bike’ voucher to giving residents the power to banish through-traffic from the streets. This week the government has gone cycling bonkers! What Does This Mean? Monday 27th July saw Boris…
What’s Going On Here? It wasn’t just the reopening of bars, restaurants and hairdressers that happened on Saturday. Yes, that’s right….last week the government also announced the legalisation of rental e-scooters on UK roads! What Does This Mean? Last Tuesday (30th June), the government published guidance for e-scooter firms, enabling the form of transport to be legal from the 4th July. Rental e-scooters are now…
What’s Going On Here? As the lockdown starts to ease, the UK government and campaigners are urging the public to walk or cycle instead of driving or using public transport. What Does This Mean? With the lockdown gradually being eased in the UK, the government is advising that as many of us as possible walk and cycle to protect the public transport network. Understandable…
