Destination beyond net zero

The UK’s journey to net zero needs innovation, new technologies - plus no shortage of ambition.    

UK concrete and cement sector sets out roadmap for beyond net zero

The UK concrete and cement industry has launched a roadmap to become net negative by 2050, removing more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere than it emits each year.

MPA UK Concrete welcomes GCCA Climate Ambition

MPA UK Concrete, the group representing the UK concrete industry, has welcomed the Global Cement and Concrete Association’s ‘Climate Ambition Statement’ and the global concrete and cement industry’s commitment to deliver carbon neutral concrete by 2050.

World Environment Day: a time to reflect on a net zero future

On World Environment Day, Chris Leese looks at our net zero direction of travel. 

Combustibles ban should not come with exemptions

Government proposals to ban all combustible material in the external walls of buildings over 11 metres will protect lives and should not come with exemptions for any materials.

Target net zero: let’s consider the carbon whole truths

The UK’s commitment to deliver net zero by 2050 feels like a long way away as we battle with the COVID-19 crisis. 

Combustibles ban U-turn will risk lives

Calls for the Government to rethink its proposals to ban all combustible material in the external walls of buildings over 11 metres could put lives at risk if there is a U-turn in proposed policy.