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Biodiversity Net Gain Credits Offered Through Habitat Banks
Environment Bank has partnered with Barclays to offer developers off-site Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) credits. This allows developers to meet their BNG obligations by purchasing credits from farmers and landowners who have set aside land for habitat restoration and creation. The program aims to create new revenue streams for landowners while helping developers comply with BNG requirements.
Reducing Emissions in the Dairy Supply Chain
Pizza Hut has cut dairy emissions in its US operations by 10% in just one year. The franchise now sources 60% of its US milk from farms using practices to reduce methane and carbon dioxide emissions by 30% by 2030. This demonstrates how major companies are working to decarbonize their supply chains and meet sustainability goals.
Deposit Return Scheme Excludes Glass Bottles
The UK government has confirmed that glass bottles will not be included in the upcoming deposit return scheme for England and Northern Ireland. The scheme aims to boost recycling rates, but the exclusion of glass has drawn criticism from environmental groups who argue it misses a key opportunity to increase glass recycling.
