Hire firm Northgate tackles EV skills shortage
Vehicle hire firm Northgate has announced a large-scale training programme for EVs within the commercial van sector.
Hydrogen transport hub developed by Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald has developed a masterplan for the UK’s first ever multi-modal hydrogen transport hub for the UK Department for Transport (DfT).
£1bn industrial decarbonisation strategy launched by govt
Plans to create a low-carbon industrial sector and deliver £1 billion to cut emissions from industry, schools and hospitals has been announced by the Business and Energy Secretary.
Living Lab adds platform for smart home EV charging products
Businesses offering smart home products or services that incorporate EV charging will benefit from a new offering in Energy Systems Catapult’s real-world test environment.
“Jet Zero” govt aviation scheme begins with £15m competition
Government’s “Jet Zero” takes off with £15 million competition to reduce aviation emissions with fuel made from household waste.
Vehicle charging scheme launched in Bath to improve air quality
The UK’s first charging clean air zone (CAZ) outside of London has launched in Bath this week in order to drive down air pollution.
SKF tests self-driving electric truck for logistics
Manufacturing firm SKF is testing a self-driving electric truck in partnership with tech company Einride to transport goods on a public road.
EVA England opens doors to members
The Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England has opened to membership, providing a range of benefits and the opportunity for EV drivers to have their voices heard.
Bus strategy includes 4,000 new electric and hydrogen buses
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has revealed the government’s plans for the bus sector, including decarbonised fleets, simpler fares and new flexibility to services.
DfT announces 650 roles to be created in Birmingham and Leeds
The Department for Transport (DfT) to create a second HQ in Birmingham and a northern hub in Leeds as part of its overall “levelling up” agenda across the UK.
Guide to retrofit ICE vehicles updated by Zemo Partnership
Coinciding with the launch of a Clean Air Zone in Bath, Zemo Partnership has refreshed its guide on retrofitting existing vehicle fleets to cut emissions and meet air quality standards.
Bedford Borough Council installs on-street charging
Bedford Borough Council has installed 30 EV charging points following a successful bid for over £96,000 to the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV).
