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The energy networks in the UK have been highlighted in a Committee on Climate Change report published on Wednesday 9th July for its resilience and preparedness in addressing the risks from climate change and cites the approach taken as an exemplar for other infrastructure areas to follow. The report ‘Managing climate risks to well-being and the economy’ commends the work in addressing flooding and the ability of infrastructure to withstand long term climate change related…

New study finds overall physical activity is increased by proximity to routes The provision of new, high-quality, traffic-free cycling and walking routes in local communities has encouraged more people to get about by foot and by bike, according to a new study published today in the American Journal of Public Health. Two years after new routes were developed by charity Sustrans with local authority partners, people living nearby increased their total levels of physical activity,…

Government is set to lead by example as all of its car fleets are provided with funding to introduce plug-in cars and vans, Transport Minister Baroness Kramer announced today. The £5 million ultra low emission vehicle (ULEV) readiness project is just the first step in plans to make electric cars and other plug-in vehicles commonplace in government fleets. It will allow every central government fleet to review its arrangements and consider how greener vehicles can…