Sustainability Team, Policy Connect

Updates from the Sustainability Team @Policy_Connect.
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[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

Starting soon: Priorities for #NetZero and #Sustainability in 2022.
Our sustainability reception in parliament with @alanwhiteheadmp and Natascha Engel, CEO of @Policy_Connect.
This event is kindly sponsored by @eonenergyuk and @ViridorUK

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

Levelling up was featured prominently in the #QueensSpeech2022. If you are interested in how #LevellingUp and #NetZero could be aligned to deliver new jobs, more comfortable homes with energy savings and improved well-being for all, read our blog here: https://t.co/uMJidV80XE

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

In our recent blog, we discussed the benefits aligning #LevellingUp and #NetZero could bring. If you are interested in why aligning these two agendas is important, read our blog here: https://t.co/cq9C5dygsB

[Policy Connect @Policy_Connect]

Aligning #NetZero and #LevellingUp could bring major advantages.

Has the Government missed an opportunity by not offering a fully integrated vision for how these twin agendas will work together?

Read more in our latest blog, from @Sustainable_PC:

https://t.co/KVvWJ6WnO6

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

New rankings from the #ClimatePolicyDashboard show an ever-steeper mountain to climb in the journey to #NetZero.

The Dashboard has been updated to reflect the latest policy recommendations from @theCCCuk for the government from 2022 onwards.

Check it out 👇

[The Climate APPG @ClimateAPPG]

Our #ClimatePolicyDashboard is updated, reflecting an ever-steeper mountain to climb in the journey to #NetZero. The falling scores across the Dashboard reflect the policy recommendations set by the @theCCCuk for the government to meet in 2022 and beyond 🌎https://t.co/BRyAJh6gFq

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

If you are interested in our work, check out the events here:
https://t.co/oRSemjwcrL
https://t.co/B5a5CA9qyG

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

VAT cut for energy saving materials in the #SpringStatement2022 is good progress for the #GreenTransition. But further support is needed to make energy efficiency retrofits affordable for everyone and improve #LivingStandards, boost #EnergySecurity, reduce bills & get to #NetZero

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

In recent roundtables with @CarbonConnectUK and the @APPCOG_UK, we discussed the topics of #EnergySecurity, #EnergyMarkets and how to tackle #EnergyPoverty linked with #Decarbonisation and #LevellingUp

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

Echoed in our #ConnectingTheWatts report as well, we stressed that local authorities should be given a clear direction about the exact role they will play in heat #Decarbonisation and be equipped with the necessary statutory powers and resources. 6/6
https://t.co/aA7ZMAN9aa

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

It is great to see the publication of @theCCCuk’s independent assessment of the UK Gov’s #HeatAndBuildingsStrategy which flags how Govt has taken steps for #NetZero. Yet, it shows that policy gaps remain in the overall approach to the UK’s heat #Decarbonisation plans. 1/6

[Climate Change Committee @theCCCuk]

Just out: Read our *new* assessment of the UK Government's Heat and Buildings Strategy. Does it hit the mark? Full report here: https://t.co/RsVz6hWxPV and a brand new #blog https://t.co/V9qsD9BZa0

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

While Whitehall-Westminster holds the power to set the overall strategy regarding heat #Decarbonisation, the most effective solutions are likely to differ locally and regionally. 5/6

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

'Simultaneous innovations in business models and policies can accelerate adoption of industrial decarbonisation systems while, at the same time, decarbonising UK industry and maintaining competitiveness.' Read the full collection: https://t.co/WhMkJ5tLpE 5/5

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

We were pleased to see the @CommonsEAC's inquiry on #GreenSteel, exploring technological innovations to make the steel sector more environmentally friendly. 1/5

[Environmental Audit Committee @CommonsEAC]

Our Technological Innovations and Climate Change: Green Steel inquiry is accepting written evidence.

Read the call for evidence and send us your written contributions by Thursday 10 March.

🔍Information at https://t.co/Ee4zmn8Dwu | #GreenSteel

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

As Lord Browne of Ladyton and Dr @gbemi Oluleye of @imperialcollege emphasised in their essay, the decarbonisation of industrial sectors will require effective policy support from Government to encourage industry buy-in and allow space for trialling of innovative systems. 4/5

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

With the @APSRG, we have been working find policy solutions to tackle #FoodWaste and the environmental impact of #Packaging and we are delighted to see new research published on the subject.
https://t.co/9sg0PUulVH

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

It is great to see new research published today by @WRAP_UK with recommendations on how to reduce household #FoodWaste and #PlasticPackaging.

[WRAP @WRAP_NGO]

Today we publish ground-breaking new research which reveals significant opportunities to cut food waste & reduce plastic - by challenging the status quo of how retailers sell fresh uncut fruit and veg. 1/3

https://t.co/sK2XdeiPmt

[Sustainability Team, Policy Connect @Sustainable_PC]

The report calls for selling uncut fruit and vegetables loose and the removal best before labels (unless they are shown to help reduce food waste). It shows the importance of appropriate storage, setting fridges below 5oC. https://t.co/OZfLrlTDac