Critical decisions need to be made in Glasgow over the next two weeks to address climate change and keep the global rise in temperatures to within 1.5 degrees.
We’ll be reporting from the event to give you Energy Saving Trust’s insight into key areas, including homes and buildings, transport, green finance and jobs, and energy access.
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Monday 1 November
Today (1 November) marks the start of the global climate event COP26, hosted by the UK Government together with partner Italy, in…
BlogExtreme weather events can have severe impacts, and pose an increasing threat as climate changes. But what is climate change and why…
BlogThe term ‘net zero’ is starting to crop up in the news on an almost daily basis. But what does net zero…
Tuesday 2 November
How much do you know about the climate emergency and how to reduce your own emissions to help us reach net zero…
BlogWe’ve summarised existing climate change commitments from eight nations across the world to find out who’s leading the way and who needs…
BlogOrganisations across the UK and world now need to prioritise decarbonising business operations and engaging consumers.
Laura McGadie, our group head of energy, explains what net zero means and how we can get there.
Wednesday 3 November
As day two of the World Leaders Summit at COP26 comes to a close, we reflect on some of the key announcements.
BlogWe have a long history of partnership working in the UK and beyond – with governments, energy agencies, academic institutions, and the…
BlogOn Wednesday 3 November – day three of the COP26 climate summit – the negotiations are all about finance, and how the…
Thursday 4 November
To reach net zero emissions by 2050, one of the main areas we need to cut emissions is from generating electricity.
BlogFind out how to engage your employees with sustainability and help you reach your net zero goals, whether they work remotely or…
BlogSky Sports News presenter Mike Wedderburn and a panel of guests talked about the role of sport in helping to reduce global…
Transitioning to low carbon homes is essential to reach net zero. Watch head of Home Energy Scotland Harry Mayers talk about how the UK is helping low-income households lower their emissions.
Friday 5 November
On Friday 5 November, COP26 delegates will focus on youth and public empowerment, demonstrating the critical role of educating these groups to…
BlogAt Energy Saving Trust, we understand the importance of developing a pipeline of skills for energy access and are helping to support…
BlogDo you ever wonder what you can do as an individual to help stop climate change? Reducing your carbon footprint is a…
To reach net zero by 2050 we all need to play our part. Want to know what you can do? Watch our knowledge manager, Joanna O’Loan, explain how we can all make a difference.
Monday 8 November
Efficiency for Access Research and Development Fund awardee Harness Energy has developed a highly efficient solar-powered fan for use in rural Pakistan.
BlogHow can your business influence net zero? Sustainability needs to be part of everything you do and become a view shared by…
BlogSky Sports News presenter Mike Wedderburn and a panel of guests talked about the role of sport in helping to reduce global…
Tuesday 9 November
Empowering women to work in the off-grid appliance sectors can help improve gender equality in energy access.
BlogWhile minorities, including women and girls, are disproportionately impacted by the climate emergency, they are also critical agents in climate action.
BlogFrom microwave-powered boilers to bladeless wind turbines, the sustainability sector is a hub for innovative products.
Wednesday 10 November
The second week of COP26 started with a focus on adaptation, loss and damage, while they key themes for Tuesday were gender,…
BlogWe spoke to Aaron Fleming-Saheed, owner of The Cycling Sparks, about how his business has benefitted from the eCargo Bike Grant Fund.
BlogOn Wednesday 10 November, discussions at COP26 are expected to kickstart the mass market for zero emission vehicles.
Thursday 11 November
Our expert Stew Horne, head of policy, took the train to COP26 to see what we can learn from Scotland’s mission to…
BlogDirect emissions from buildings accounted for 17% of the UK’s total greenhouse gas emissions in 2019.
BlogWe’ve been getting a lot of questions about heat pumps, so decided to answer some of the most common queries in this…
Friday 12 November
As the end of COP26 draws closer, we continued to receive new announcements throughout Wednesday and Thursday focusing on Transport and Cities,…
BlogAfter two weeks of deliberations, today marks the end of the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow. Here are five key outcomes from…
BlogOur experts went to the COP26 climate summit Glasgow to learn from others. Find out what they’re bringing back to their teams.
Last updated: 15 November 2021
