California Places Solar Panels Over Canals in a Novel Solar Power Project: An exciting new solar power project just went live in California. Solar panels have been placed across canals in the vast agricultural region as early research suggests that putting solar panels above water can help keep the panels cool, improving their efficiency and
Global River Map Created to Improve Flood Modelling: A team of researchers, led by Oxford University, have created the most detailed map of the world’s rivers ever, which could transform how we prepare for and respond to flooding. As rainfall becomes more erratic as a result of climate change, floods are expected to become more
Company launches eco-bricks that ‘absorb carbon A start-up company in Sheffield has launched environmentally-friendly bricks which absorb and permanently store greenhouse gases. Materials developer earth4Earth, based at Sheffield Technology Parks, said the bricks capture carbon dioxide from the air around them but are also manufactured using methods which do not produce it. The first batch
Three years left to limit warming to 1.5C, leading scientists warn. The Earth could tip over the 1.5C warming limit within the next 3 years if current carbon dioxide emissions do not decrease. This is the warning coming from more than 60 of the world’s leading climate scientists in the most recent global warming update.
Global river map created to improve flood modelling: A team of researchers, led by Oxford University, have created the most detailed map of the world’s rivers ever, which could transform how we prepare for and respond to flooding. As rainfall becomes more erratic as a result of climate change, floods are expected to become more
Historic agreement tackling shipping emissions: After nearly a decade of negotiations, countries have agreed to a historic international agreement to tackle shipping emissions. Starting in 2028, ship owners will have to use cleaner fuels or face fines. At any given moment there are about 50,000 ships transporting goods across the world’s oceans and with global
Natural History GCSE: The UK Government has confirmed that they will be moving ahead with a Natural History GCSE. The course content has been designed to deepen student’s understanding of the natural world and equip them to contribute to its protection and conservation, both locally and globally. Education is one of the most powerful tools
Pilot scheme to support oil and gas workers to transition to renewables: Through a pilot scheme, oil and gas workers will be supported to transition to a career in renewables, initially into a variety of roles in offshore wind. Research from Offshore Energies UK showed that 90% of oil and gas workers have skills that
UK’s Electricity Generation Was Cleanest Ever in 2024: The UK’s electricity generation was the cleanest ever in 2024. Renewables, such as wind and solar power, generated 45% of the UK’s electricity in 2024, a record high, whilst fossil fuels generated only 29% of the UK’s electricity in 2024, the lowest level on record. The UK
No Snow in Finland: In early December, Lapland, a region of Finland largely in the Arctic Circle, would typically have 20-30cm of snow on the ground, but, due to unseasonably warm and wet weather conditions, much of the region is entirely snow-free at the moment. Finnish Lapland had its warmest summer on record this year
ECO2 Smart Schools is a UK-based initiative that assists schools in becoming more eco-friendly by reducing energy consumption and costs.
They provide resources to integrate energy, climate change, and environmental education into the curriculum, creating engaging learning experiences for students.
By implementing practical changes and promoting sustainable practices, ECO2 Smart Schools help educational institutions achieve significant financial savings while contributing positively to the environment.
Happy Eco-Friendly Clients
“Making the decision to work with The Green Building Company is the best thing we ever did. In 10 years the build will have paid for itself, and we’re happy knowing we’re not contributing to the destruction of the environment.”
Tracey and Dave Armitage—Surrey, UK.
