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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We need "a broader discussion around energy bills. This must include how to pay for policy & network costs in a fairer way; the gap between electricity & gas prices which discourages people from switching to more efficient electric heating systems; and the use & extent of windfall taxes".

Applications are now open for our next cohort of trainees! We are looking for three new trainees to come and develop experience in our fundraising, politics and policy teams, and prepare for their next step in the environment sector. Learn more and apply 👉 buff.ly/ztdCoPn

Applications are now open for our next cohort of trainees! We are looking for three new trainees to come and develop experience in our fundraising, politics and policy teams, and prepare for their next step in the environment sector. Learn more and apply 👉 buff.ly/ztdCoPn

New research | 9 million households in England are spending >10% of their income on energy bills. Our new report shows how a social tariff could tackle the issue by lifting millions out of fuel poverty at relatively low cost. Read the report: buff.ly/qTVXOeM 1/5

🚨 Hidden health crisis: #methane isn't just a global warming problem, it's fuelling deadly air pollution. Ground-level ozone from methane kills ~1,500/yr in the UK. Yet, unlike other pollutants, methane still lacks reduction targets in air quality policy. Read our solutions below. 1/2

England's measure for fuel poverty is inadequate. If using Scotland's threshold, 3x as many would qualify - that's 9 million people struggling to pay bills. @sophieoconnell.bsky.social outlines how we can better recognise and address the issue with a social tariff 👉

"There's nothing to gain for the Labour party electorally in backing down on net zero - and a great deal to lose." @fionaharvey.bsky.social, environment editor for @theguardian.com, explores how to win the messaging battle on climate policy on the #GreenAlliancePodcast. Full ep 👉 buff.ly/6T4Tt2G

"There's nothing to gain for the Labour party electorally in backing down on net zero - and a great deal to lose." @fionaharvey.bsky.social, environment editor for @theguardian.com, explores how to win the messaging battle on climate policy on the #GreenAlliancePodcast. Full ep 👉 buff.ly/6T4Tt2G

"A social tariff is the most direct way to support households during this parliament while wider reforms take hold. Without it, millions will continue to be left behind." @sophieoconnell.bsky.social, senior policy adviser, in our latest blog 👉 greenallianceblog.org.uk/2025/09/04/w...

England's measure for fuel poverty is inadequate. If using Scotland's threshold, 3x as many would qualify - that's 9 million people struggling to pay bills. @sophieoconnell.bsky.social outlines how we can better recognise and address the issue with a social tariff 👉

Good to see this report from the Green Alliance. The case for a better targeted social tariff in energy is strong, alongside making our homes more energy and water efficient. Current support isn't effective at lifting people out of fuel poverty.

Great to see @green-alliance.org.uk's report adding momentum to the call for an energy social tariff. Alongside our research with Public First last week, it adds to the consensus from charities, industry and parliament that a social tariff is urgently needed to cut energy bills.

Fiona Harvey pulls no punches in this great podcast. Why do most of the media cover climate change so poorly? 1. Vested interests (follow the money). 2. Right wing papers can't now blame all thing bad on the EU: net zero is a convenient substitute. 3. Willful ignorance (hello BBC presenters!).

"Although lorries only make up 1.5 per cent of the vehicles on UK roads, they produce a disproportionately high 16 per cent of domestic transport emissions." Nick Davies, head of climate, on one of our five asks for the government's climate plan due this October: buff.ly/1j7Jhtx

🚀🌍 Project Boost, Green Alliance's development programme for influencing environmental politics, is running a session on how to work with businesses for meaningful impact. Ft: @rachelsw99.bsky.social ( @aldersgategroup.bsky.social) & @johannbeckford.bsky.social 🗓️ 11 Sept, 10am Learn more:

The fossil fuel price crisis and geopolitical instability are threatening UK industry jobs - the new climate plan must ease this strain with measures that improve electricity affordability and set businesses up for the future says Nick Davies:

The government needs to deliver a new climate plan by the end of October, charting how the UK will hit it's legally binding carbon reduction targets over the next 15 years. In this blog, Nick Davies, head of climate, outlines our 5 big asks for it:

⏰ #GAevent starting in an hour ⏰ Ft: Libby Peake, @willarnoldengineer.bsky.social (@istructe.bsky.social), Aidan Nyman (@citywestminster.bsky.social), Cressida Curtis (Wates Group) and @bethstratford.bsky.social (@iipp-ucl.bsky.social) Can't make it? Follow along for updates 🧵

The government needs to publish a new climate action plan by November - what needs to be in it? 🚛 Action on polluting HGVs 🔋 Support households install bill-cutting clean tech 🌳 Double tree planting by 2030 What else? Nick Davies, head of climate, outlines our 5 tests:

Cath Smith, @green-alliance.org.uk’s head of social impact sets out how money is poorly directed in the current system & a social tariff would have much more impact. Read the report on the Green Alliance website. green-alliance.org.uk/wp-content/u...

Good to hear David Buttress, Ovo CEO, at the launch of @green-alliance.org.uk’ new report on social tariffs, sponsored by Ovo. His plea: join the Social Tariff Alliance to lift people out of poverty.

🚨 #GAevent tomorrow 🚨 Secure your place now ⤵️