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Second hand? It’s what we want!
British shoppers are embracing second-hand items, with 84% purchasing pre-owned goods.That’s according to new research by YouGov for FCC Environment. This figure has held steady since 2023 but marks a 10% rise from 2022.Cost savings…
‘Realistic’ green policies good for the U.S., Aramco’s Amin Nasser says
"Realistic" green transition standards will benefit the U.S. energy industry, the CEO of the world's largest oil producer said Tuesday, as the White House prepares to welcome President-elect Donald Trump in January.Asked to comment on…
Humans have made hurricanes worse
Human-induced climate change is warming the oceans and making hurricanes stronger, faster and more destructive,Analysing storms from the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, researchers found that greenhouse gas emissions significantly…
GE Vernova plans for small nuclear plants across the developed world
GE Hitachi Nuclear Energy's BWRX-300 small modular reactor incorporates proven components.Courtesy: GE VernovaGE Vernova is aiming to deploy small nuclear reactors across the developed world over the next decade, staking out a leadership…
Emissions trading to now include transport and shipping
The government has announced it’s stepping up efforts to cut emissions by expanding the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), to include the maritime sector and new rules for carbon transport.Under the proposals, businesses operating ships…
Here’s what can go right to lift each of our 34 portfolio stocks
Sometimes, there can be an overwhelming amount of negativity and noise on Wall Street. To counter that, Jim Cramer has said investors should not lose sight of what can go right for their stocks. That doesn't mean ignoring risks and…
How can the UK accelerate larger vehicle electrification?
In previous articles, we’ve looked at the status of HGV and large van electrification – and the challenges the UK and its organisations face. Now, we remind ourselves of the potential benefits and explore the opportunities for meaningful…
Oil watchers say inflation risks will stave off Trump’s Canada tariff
Working oil pumps against a sunset sky.Imaginima | E+ | Getty ImagesHigher fuel prices could be in the cards if President-elect Donald Trump follows through with his tariff threats on Canada, according to industry experts, who are…
Don’t go in the water!
Swimmers should avoid the only two approved bathing spots in the Thames. Not because of sharks but bacteria.
Wolvercote Mill Stream in Oxford and Wallingford Beach in Berkshire, were both recently designated as bathing sites but…
Wall Street launches new ways to bet on bitcoin
For years, bitcoin won by being boring.Investors weren't able to do all that much with it besides buy and hold it. But that was precisely why the world's largest cryptocurrency was valuable.It was a commodity, like gold — or corn. It…