Global sales of combustion engine cars may have peaked in 2018, according to car industry experts, with manufacturers now rapidly shifting to electric alternatives.
A new Office for Environmental Protection will be created after Brexit to hold the government to account on environmental matters, according to draft clauses for a new Environment Bill.
Mayor Andy Burnham has confirmed in an updated spatial plan for Greater Manchester that fracking is not welcome within the city region, which will instead ‘wholeheartedly embrace’ clean development.
A specialist building surveyor in Oldham has increased its turnover by 72% after working with Greater Manchester’s GC Business Growth Hub to capitalise on the growing market for energy performance.
Transport for Greater Manchester is calling on businesses and organisations to take part in an online survey to explore working patterns and when people travel to work across the city region.
The University of Salford has launched the UK’s first smart meters research facility to provide a base for industry and manufacturers working on smart home technologies.
The government has announced up to £60 million in new funding for sustainable packaging to help British businesses follow in the footsteps of major innovators.
Ofgem is facing a backlash from industry after proposing to change consumption-based charges for using the electricity grid to fixed charges, which could particularly impact businesses with solar power.
The Greater Manchester Natural Capital Group Annual Conference will take place on 30 January 2019 to explore opportunities to protect and enhance the city region’s natural environment.
