Responding to the British Prime Minister’s net zero speech on Wednesday 20 September, Esin Serin highlights the contradictions in the announcements and what the U-turn means for business, consumers and the UK’s net zero pathway. Read more
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This section features media releases and announcements from the Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment at LSE. It also includes commentaries written by our staff and research students and external experts. In addition we feature and provide links to media coverage for the Institute and its staff.
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In this article leading academics and environmental campaigners respond to the UK government's announcement that it will reverse some of its climate policies. Read more
Reports that the Government is planning to drop essential climate policies send the wrong signals to businesses looking to invest in the new growth story of the future. It is the opposite of good economics. Read more
Bob Ward responds to reports that the UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, will make a speech this week in which he will announce plans to slow down the transition away from fossil fuels. Read more
In this letter to the FT Nick Robins explains how the international shipping sector provides an example of how a... Read more
This statement from the Blueprint Coalition (a partnership of local government, environmental and research organisations) calls on the UK government to retain its key net zero commitments. The statement includes quotes from Candice Howarth. Read more
G20 leaders recognise the pivotal role the multilateral development banks play in tackling global challenges and supporting sustainable development; now they must more clearly define and carry forward the agenda with urgency and at scale, this commentary argues. Read more
ESG Investor, 13 September 2023 Read more
Kamya Choudhary outlines the consequences of over-production and waste from the fast fashion industry and how policymakers and consumers in the UK can help the industry move towards a more sustainable model. Read more
Esin Serin argues that the Government’s approach to CCUS development needs an urgent rethink if the UK is to meet its net zero targets. Read more
