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LCSB Network News and EventsPathways to Net Zero: Swansea University Networking Event Rescheduled
On Wed 15th May, LCSB members are invited to the first of two networking events hosted by Swansea University. This session will be at Bay Campus and includes an update on the institution's decarbonisation plans followed by a tour of the site to see firsthand some of the low carbon developments and installations they have recently put in place. For more details and to register - click here. A follow-up session based at Singleton Campus will be arranged later in the year. Pathways to Net Zero: Penllergare Trust Share Carbon Positive Plans
The LCSB series of events exploring how local organisations are working towards net zero targets continued with an enjoyable visit to Penllergare Valley Woods on Wed 6th March. The Trust manager, Lee Turner, gave an overview of the site's development and initiatives, then shared his ambition to be carbon positive. We visited the Archimedes screw which generates energy from the river flowing through the valley and heard about the new technologies installed on their new visitor centre. Lee also outlined some of the innovations they are discussing with Swansea University. Centre Offers Carbon Training for Community Groups
The Environment Centre is offering a programme of training opportunities, as part of its BIG Climate Leap project, aimed at helping community groups better understand the issues around carbon emissions and positive solutions to the climate emergency. This includes a free Introduction to Carbon Footprinting workshop on Tuesday 18th March and an Introduction to Solar Panel Installation on Thursday 28th March. For further info on all of these, contact the project team - click here. Welcome to Newest LCSB Member
We are pleased to announce that Acuity Law has joined the LCSB network. This top-tier national law firm, with an office in Swansea, offers award-winning and innovative legal services to businesses across the UK and internationally. The company brings to the network a real passion for environmental sustainability both in their internal operations (see here) and the work they do with clients (see here). In February 2023, Acuity Law achieved Planet Mark accreditation (see case study here). |
Other News and EventsLords Raise EV Misinformation Concerns
The Lords Climate Change Committee are urging the UK Government to tackle press misinformation and to do more to support the transition to electric vehicles. To read a new BBC article on this issue - click here. New Substation Proposed for Carmarthenshire
National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is planning to build a new 400kV substation in West Wales to support connections to renewables schemes. To read the story - click here. New Workplace Waste Regulations for Wales Explained
A recording is now available of the recent webinar with Dr Andy Rees on the new waste regulations being introduced in Wales from April. The event, organised by the Environment Centre's Beyong Recycling Project, included a Q&A session with local businesses and charities seeking clarification on what and how they will have to recycle in the future. To view the video - click here. Call to Tackle Increase in SUVs
As Parisians vote to triple parking fees for SUVs and 4x4s, the campaigning group Possible is calling for action on advertising for these oversized vehicles. To read the group's article and view a short animation they have created about this issue - click here. Just Transition Framework Consultation
Welsh Government is seeking feedback on their proposed strategic policy approach to ensuring a just transition to net zero. The draft document includes a useful toolkit which sets out ten guiding principles that are linked to the wellbeing goals. The consultation is open until 11th March. For more information - click here. New EU Carbon Imports Tool
The new Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will require certain goods to provide information on embedded carbon and, in some cases, pay an additional tariff to reflect the emissions caused during manufacturing when compared to similar items produced in the EU. To find out more - click here. Climate Impact of Food Waste
Leading climate news website, Carbon Brief, has published a comprehensive outline on food waste across the globe and the impact this has on climate change. To take a look - click here. Industrial Cluster Sets Out Leading Plan to Decarbonise
The South Wales Industrial Cluster, with 40 partners across one of the UK's largest polluting regions, led by LCSB member, CRPlus, has launched its plan to reach net zero by 2040. To explore the plan and other resources on their interactive online platform - click here. |
In Case You Missed it the First Time Around
There have been lots of great events and webinars taking place over the last few months and many have been recorded for future viewing. Here are some links to events you may have missed:
There have been lots of great events and webinars taking place over the last few months and many have been recorded for future viewing. Here are some links to events you may have missed:
- New Waste Regulations for Workplaces in Wales - presentation from Dr Andy Rees and Q&A - click here
- Climate Week 2023 - range of topical discussions and presentations on transport, housing, adaptation, etc. - click here
- Renewables Region Roundtable - panel of sector experts chaired by LCSB Coordinator - click here
- Race to Zero in Wales - presentation by Liz Hutchins on the UN-backed worldwide initiative - click here
- Public Sector Net Zero Carbon Reporting - workshop with NRW and Welsh Government officers - click here
- Delivering Wellbeing with Doughnut Economics: Kate Raworth and the Wellbeing Economy Alliance Cymru - click here
- Everything Change online discussion series, including conversation with author Margaret Atwood - click here
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