🚛⚡Electric lorries and vans can now travel from Bristol to Glasgow on a single charge. The technology is proven and is getting cheaper. So why does UK have a fleet of just 500 eHGVs? In the first half of 2025, Sweden hit 7% sales and China 22%. Here’s how to get more electric HGVs on the road ⤵️

"There was a noticeable sense of drift amongst attendees … with outsiders feeling as though the party has increasingly lost its direction, unsure whether to double down on populism, return to traditional conservatism or reinvent entirely." @hollybt.bsky.social debriefs the party conferences ⤵️

What did this year's party conference season reveal about the state of UK politics and the fractured political consensus on climate and nature? Analysis from @hollybt.bsky.social, deputy director of politics, in our latest blog ⤵️

"Electric trucks work. But weight limits designed for diesel technology are blocking progress". Dave Rose, CEO of electric transport service provider Voltloader, outlines how the market for clean HGVs is being stifled and the policies needed to unlock growth: buff.ly/p6c7huq

New developments have become increasingly car-centric, leaving people "trapped behind the wheel." Our latest blog explores how new towns can offer real transport choice from day one ⤵️

Housing secretary Steve Reed has committed to building "not just homes, but communities." But how? Charles Long, political adviser, explores three big ideas for making the government's new towns into places people actually want to live 🏘️ 👇

Scrapping the Climate Change Act would be a reckless and indefensible move, undermining the UK’s green economy and damaging our global credibility at a time of escalating climate risks. @shaunspiers1.bsky.social responds👇

"The best version of the circular economy is the one where all we notice is its advantages, like better products, better value and less pollution." Julie Hill, president of @the-ies.bsky.social, in our latest guest blog:

"Businesses don’t reject the idea of regulation, but they do want a ‘level playing field’." Julie Hill, president of @the-ies.bsky.social, on why regulatory policies like extended producer responsibility are key to unlocking a more circular economy. buff.ly/1ZPu2X4

Scrapping the Climate Change Act would be a reckless and indefensible move, undermining the UK’s green economy and damaging our global credibility at a time of escalating climate risks. @shaunspiers1.bsky.social responds👇

"To improve the UK's food security, and encourage British businesses with clear growth potential, the government must support the sector to help bring a wider range of plant based choices to shops." @lydiacollas.bsky.social discusses our latest research in @businessgreen.bsky.social ⤵️

Since Brexit, UK circular economy policy has fallen behind the EU. eg: Extended producer responsibility for packaging is just now being implemented, and only after much delay and dilution. Our latest stocktake examines the growing gap and what England's upcoming strategy must deliver to close it.

The government is reportedly seeking to weaken the protected landscapes duty as part of its #BuildBabyBuild push. The problem? The duty isn't a blocker. @ruthchambers.bsky.social on why the duty is so important and why removing it would be a mistake 👇

Great to welcome a packed room last night at the #LPC25 for our Green Groups Reception. 🌱 A big thank you to @katiewhitemp.bsky.social, @sarahboyack.bsky.social, @alistrathern.bsky.social& @tessakhan.bsky.social for speaking, and to @serauk.bsky.social & the eNGO's who supported the event.

New briefing | How can the government improve food security, public health and growth at once? 🌱 Plant-based proteins have remained price-stable where meat has soared (beef is up 33%). With consumer demand there, the UK’s plant-based market now needs policy support to take off. Full analysis 👇

Pushing through a last-minute amendment to scrap an important duty on protected landscapes would sidestep consultation and disrespect parliament. If changes are needed, the government should update its guidance, not tear up safeguards.

New briefing | How can the government improve food security, public health and growth at once? 🌱 Plant-based proteins have remained price-stable where meat has soared (beef is up 33%). With consumer demand there, the UK’s plant-based market now needs policy support to take off. Full analysis 👇

The government is reportedly seeking to weaken the protected landscapes duty as part of its #BuildBabyBuild push. The problem? The duty isn't a blocker. @ruthchambers.bsky.social on why the duty is so important and why removing it would be a mistake 👇

⚡Is Labour about to put its historic link with National Parks at risk? I hope not but it seems this is not an academic question. 👀 All eyes will be on the government amendments to the planning and infrastructure bill, expected mid October. greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/09/30/i...

Labour has a proud history of creating and protecting National Parks. Why risk undoing that legacy now? ✍️ @ruthchambers.bsky.social, senior fellow, writes on a worrying threat to protected landscapes in this blog:

“Lowering ambition on environmental policies would be a huge own goal for this government, as they offer a decent shot at creating economic growth, making people’s lives tangibly better and ensuring we pass on a planet our children want to live on,” - @shaunspiers1.bsky.social in @theguardian.com.

With a new secretary of state at the helm of Defra, @drcolinchurch.bsky.social, CEO @iom3.bsky.social, asks: 👉 What changes might a new minister bring? 👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy? Find out in the full blog ⤵️

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴 | How can the government’s new climate plan deliver the carbon cuts needed alongside real benefits for people and the economy? With the plan due very soon, we've set out five tests to help evaluate whether it'll be a success. Full details 👉 green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...

📚 There's a lot of critical environmental decisions piling up on ministers' desks. 🚀 None more so than the environmental improvement plan, which has stalled. Defra Secretary Emma Reynolds must get the new plan out the door and drive its implementation at pace. www.theguardian.com/environment/...

"The evidence is increasingly clear that making better use of resources has great potential to boost growth and support the innovative, futureproofed businesses of the future, as well as protect the environment."

With a new secretary of state at the helm of Defra, @drcolinchurch.bsky.social, CEO @iom3.bsky.social, asks: 👉 What changes might a new minister bring? 👉 What will this mean for England's long awaited Circular Economy Strategy? Find out in the full blog ⤵️

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴 | How can the government’s new climate plan deliver the carbon cuts needed alongside real benefits for people and the economy? With the plan due very soon, we've set out five tests to help evaluate whether it'll be a success. Full details 👉 green-alliance.org.uk/briefing/fiv...

A decade after Mark Carney's warning on the risk the climate crisis poses to financial security, the Bank of England still hasn't acted. Our new briefing with @positivemoneyuk.bsky.social shows why it’s essential for the Bank to support the green transition to secure financial stability. 1/3

"Planning must move beyond focusing on avoiding harm at site level to actively support restoration at scale". @naturalengland.bsky.social's Bradley Tooze on why the Nature Recovery Fund represents a fundamental shift in how we think about development and conservation:

Adding 100,000 flights to #Gatwick with no further plan to cut emissions is deeply worrying. Last week it emerged that the government’s climate advisers had not been asked about expansion at Heathrow or Gatwick. The environment is clearly being treated as a secondary consideration. 1/3

Without central guidance on planning processes, the circular economy risks becoming "a hodgepodge of postcode lottery.” Libby Peake, senior fellow and head of resources, on how inconsistent policies are holding businesses back in the @endsreport.com 👇

Salary sacrifice is making electric cars and bicycles more affordable by allowing employees to pay for them in monthly instalments from their pre-tax salary. Could it be used for home heat pumps and solar panels too? Thom Groot, CEO at The Electric Car Scheme, says yes ⤵️

On 24th June we sent a joint letter to Baroness @sharonstevenage.bsky.social as the Planning and Infrastructure Bill entered the House of Lords, highlighting the lack of scrutiny on the transport section of the Bill. Here's what we asked for and how it went 👇 1/5

New Defra secretary Emma Reynolds has a big ‘to do’ list, but a chance to make some publicly popular moves, writes senior fellow @ruthchambers.bsky.social in our latest blog 👇

My latest @green-alliance.org.uk blog looks at some of the opportunities and challenges facing new Defra Secretary Emma Reynolds. 📝 There's a lot on her 'to do' list so where should she start? Here are five suggestions. greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/09/18/n...

With many environmental goals off track and nature’s decline adversely impacting public health and the economy, the new Defra Secretary must double down on delivery. In our latest blog @ruthchambers.bsky.social, senior fellow, discusses the key priorities Emma Reynolds should address for success:

New Defra secretary Emma Reynolds has a big ‘to do’ list, but a chance to make some publicly popular moves, writes senior fellow @ruthchambers.bsky.social in our latest blog 👇

On 24th June we sent a joint letter to Baroness @sharonstevenage.bsky.social as the Planning and Infrastructure Bill entered the House of Lords, highlighting the lack of scrutiny on the transport section of the Bill. Here's what we asked for and how it went 👇 1/5

The high upfront cost of tech like heat pumps and home solar is preventing some households from making the switch and reaping the benefits of cheaper bills. In this blog, Thom Groot, CEO at The Electric Car Scheme, says salary sacrifice could help solve the problem.

Salary sacrifice is making electric cars and bicycles more affordable by allowing employees to pay for them in monthly instalments from their pre-tax salary. Could it be used for home heat pumps and solar panels too? Thom Groot, CEO at The Electric Car Scheme, says yes ⤵️

The high upfront cost of tech like heat pumps and home solar is preventing some households from making the switch and reaping the benefits of cheaper bills. In this blog, Thom Groot, CEO at The Electric Car Scheme, says salary sacrifice could help solve the problem.

Can nature finance match the environmental crisis? Our head of research Heather Plumpton joins an expert panel at #TheConduit London's Green Economy Forum (21 Oct) to tackle this $160bn question. Use code GEFGA for discounted tickets 👉 buff.ly/46YXJgP

🚀🌍 Project Boost is collaborating with @econchange.bsky.social to run Economics 101, a new series aimed at increasing your understanding of our economy. Join us, @chaitanyakumar.bsky.social & @louiswillis.bsky.social for 'Making sense of Reeves' fiscal rules'. 🗓️ 18 Sep, 10:00am Request access:

Can we build 1.5 million homes without blowing the UK’s carbon budget? If we keep doing things the same way, the answer is no. Libby Peake, senior fellow, explores how we can change course in our latest blog. 🔗

Can Steve Reed bring his circular economy vision from Defra into the housing brief? Libby Peake assesses the chance to ‘#BuildBabyBuild’ differently in our latest blog:

“The best building in planetary terms is the one that isn’t built.” From retrofits to conversions, smarter housing does exist. Libby Peake highlights the solutions in our latest blog. 🔗

Construction and buildings are already a quarter of the UK’s carbon footprint. Adding 1.5m homes could tip the balance. What’s the alternative? Libby Peake, senior fellow and head of resources, explores in our latest blog. 🔗

Can we build 1.5 million homes without blowing the UK’s carbon budget? If we keep doing things the same way, the answer is no. Libby Peake, senior fellow, explores how we can change course in our latest blog. 🔗

Why is UK progress towards net zero so important if our contribution to global emissions is proportionally low? In this clip from our latest podcast, @fionaharvey.bsky.social, environment editor @theguardian.com, outlines one of the key reasons. Full ep 👉 buff.ly/CqHDbFQ

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