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LCSB Network News and Events![]() Further Pathways to Net Zero Events
Dates have been fixed for the next two events in our Pathways to Net Zero series, starting with a second visit to Swansea University on Tuesday, 17th September and then Neath Port Talbot Council will be our hosts on Wednesday, 22nd January. Further details can be found on the events page. ![]() Net Zero 2030 and What it Means
The Environment Centre has organised a short 45-minute webinar about Welsh Government's target of achieving net zero in the public sector by 2030 and what this might mean for organisations in different sectors. This is a free seminar takes place 2-3pm on Tuesday 3th July and is part of the Environment Centre's BIG Climate Leap project. For further details and registering, please email [email protected]. ![]() Pathways to Net Zero: Swansea University
Members and partners of LCSB were introduced to some of the impressive carbon reduction plans and initiatives at Bay Campus on 15th May in the first of two site visits to discover how Swansea University is leading the way towards net zero. Presentations from the visit are posted in the Members Area. |
Other News and Events![]() Webinar Panel Explores New Government's Net Zero Plants
Shortly after the General Election, Carbon Brief brought together a panel of climate and energy experts to discuss the new Labour Government's priorities and plans for net zero. To read more and view the webinar - click here. ![]() New Guide for SMEs on Environmental Management
Our partners at Cynnal Cymru have put together a comprehensive resource to help Welsh SMEs navigate the various environmental management systems available. To view - click here. ![]() Next Step for Transport in Wales
Earlier this year, the Institute for Welsh affairs published a report which explores what needs to be done to develop a transport system that is good for people and planet. It urges Welsh Government to adopt an integrated approach that ties the benefits of a mixed transport system to public health and the planning of communities. To read more and download the report - click here. ![]() Clean Energy Target May Be Missed
An review by award-winning energy research company, Cornwall Insight, suggests that the UK's aim to switch from fossil fuel power by 2030 may not be met. To read more in a Financial Times article - click here. ![]() Warning on 'Net Zero' Slogan
The outgoing CEO of the Committee on Climate Change has warned that the negativity around the term Net Zero may have made it unhelpful. To read the Guardian article with his comments - 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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