Sussex Bay: new organisation launches to care for the Sussex coast
A new movement aimed at restoring the marine environment in Sussex has launched this month. Sussex Bay brings together organisations, groups and individuals from along 100 miles of the Sussex coastline – from Selsey in the west, to Camber Sands in the east. Working collaboratively with public and private sector organisations, Sussex Bay aims to generate […]
University of Brighton researchers helping test world’s first hydrogen-powered crematorium
Researchers from the University of Brighton are part of a groundbreaking trial underway in West Sussex to create the world’s first hydrogen-powered crematorium. The University of Brighton team are partners in the Worthing HyCrem project, which will see Worthing Crematorium become the first to utilize hydrogen energy. This initiative significantly contributes to Worthing Borough Council’s […]
UKSIF report: sustainability policies could attract £100bn of inward investment to UK
After years of trail-blazing and being ranked number one on the Global Green Finance Index, the UK’s world-leading position is under threat. A new report from the UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF) demonstrates a lack of urgency from policymakers in completing a clear and stable financial services regulatory framework is hindering the UK’s […]
81 species identified in Sussex seas – Sussex University study supports future of marine recovery
A new study by a University of Sussex research team, led by Prof Mika Peck and Dr Valentina Scarponi, has identified 81 different marine species along our Sussex coastlines, including tope shark, tub gurnard fish and the critically endangered European eel. The study released today (Tuesday 30 April) shows how using a combination of two […]
Brighton University researchers awarded £500k to explore ways to make manufacturing more environmentally sustainable
The award is part of a multimillion-pound research hub involving six universities plus industry partners and local authority support to aid the UK’s transition to a circular manufacturing ecosystem. The research is part of the RESCu-M2 hub, led by the University of Birmingham, with focus on transforming the sustainable use of critical materials and improving the […]
Low carbon heat network coming to Manor Royal
The Manor Royal BID, working with heat networks investor, Hemiko, has announced the Manor Royal Heat Network. Heat networks, also known as district heating, connect buildings with waste heat suppliers via a network of underground pipes and offer an alternative to gas boilers by providing low carbon space heating and hot water. By 2050, a […]
Surrey University project to boost solar energy capture awarded £1.1 million
Solar-thermal devices that have the potential to transform how we heat our homes and generate power on a larger scale are being developed by a team led by the University of Surrey. The project has received a £1.1 million grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). The main goal of the project […]
Fleet of hydrogen powered buses launched across the Gatwick Diamond
A fleet of hydrogen powered buses is set to launch across parts of Sussex, Surrey and Kent following successful bid for £10 million of government funding A partnership between Metrobus (Go Ahead), West Sussex County Council, Surrey County Council, Kent County Council and London Gatwick has won a bid for funding to launch a new […]
Vent-Axia scoops CIBSE Air Quality Award
Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has won an award at the prestigious CIBSE Building Performance Awards 2024. The Sussex-based company won the ‘Product or Innovation of the Year – Air Quality’ category for its Sentinel Apex, the next generation of commercial heat recovery ventilation. The winners were announced at a glittering awards ceremony in London. […]
Revealed: Gatwick Diamond Emerging Sectors Perfect for Early Investors
The Gatwick Diamond, a dynamic economic region in South East England, is on the radar of savvy investors looking for the next big thing. Renowned for its proximity to Gatwick Airport and stellar transport connections, this area is witnessing the rise of several promising sectors. Here’s a glimpse into the future of investment opportunities that […]