Reducing the carbon impact of roadworks: Dorset on course for a greener future
One of Dorset County Council’s aims is to ensure that the roads are in good condition, however, maintaining and fixing roads can cause disruption, such as closures and diversions, and it creates carbon emissions, especially when using hot asphalt. Since 2021, the Council have been working with highways maintenance partners, Heidelberg Materials, to reduce the environmental […]
From Confusion to Clarity: Taking real carbon action with Brightly
Today on Highways Voices, we cut through carbon reduction confusion, and look at taking meaningful action. We’re joined by Brightly to talk Carbon Literacy, which is an understanding of carbon emissions associated with everyday activities and the ability and motivation to reduce them, as well as being about being aware of the impact of our […]
AtkinsRealis and Jacobs appointed National Highways’ Environmental and Sustainability partner
AtkinsRéalis and Jacobs have been jointly appointed by National Highways to provide essential environmental and sustainability technical services to support the organisation’s strategy to cut carbon emissions, enhance biodiversity and climate resilience, and support community wellbeing. The AtkinsRéalis-Jacobs joint venture will work closely with National Highways to support the delivery of its Environmental Sustainability Strategy, […]
Partners launch innovation sandbox solution in Scotland to decarbonise UK roads
In partnership with Amey and Safetytech Accelerator, North Lanarkshire Council has launched the Barriers to Decarbonising Roads Sandbox (BDRS) as part of the ADEPT Live Labs 2 programme’s Centre of Excellence for Decarbonising Roads. ADEPT Live Labs 2 is a three-year, UK-wide £30 million programme, funded by the Department for Transport, aimed at decarbonising the […]
More action is needed to drive climate action in the highways and transportation sector, says new CIHT report
The Chartered Institute of Highways and Transport (CIHT) has issued seven recommendations to help achieve what it describes as ‘systematic change’ in the sector in relation to climate action. The recommendations include; giving the industry the tools to improve training and education in this area, more effective communication with the public and prioritising climate action […]
SRL’S emissions-reduction target gains validation from science-based targets initiative
SRL Traffic Systems has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the first mobile intelligent transport system (ITS) manufacturer to have its greenhouse gas emissions-reduction target validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), a leading global corporate climate action organisation. The SBTi has validated SRL’s near-term target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions […]
Transport for London’s emissions reduction targets validated as aligning with limiting global temperature increases to 1.5°C
Transport for London’s emissions reduction targets validated as aligning with limiting global temperature increases to 1.5°C The Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) has validated Transport for London’s (TfL) near and long-term greenhouse gas emission reduction targets and net-zero targets, in line with the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius It is […]
Devon streetlight pilot to begin next month
A 12-month trial which will alter the dimming regime of around 80% of Devon’s residential streetlights will get underway next month (April). It follows our pilot last year in Abbotskerswell, Holcombe Rogus, Kingskerswell and Sidmouth, where 550 streetlights underwent earlier switch-off times and additional dimming. The trial is possible thanks to the upgraded technology of […]
Aggregate Industries commits to sustainability mission for highways industry with rebrand to Holcim UK
Aggregate Industries has rebranded to Holcim UK as part of a strategic shift to provide the highways sector with seamless access to the latest sustainable building solutions. With over 200 sites and 4,000 employees across the UK, the organisation’s 25 brands* are uniting under Holcim UK to drive this growth. Building on trusted partnerships, the […]
Driving sustainable change in the road planings industry
Charlotte Chetland, Planing Sales Manager at Jet Plant Hire Ltd speaks to Highways News about how Jet aims to approach the management of planings very differently to others in the industry. Jet has a long-standing commitment to sustainable practices, industry compliance and providing solutions that meet the demands of both customers and that go beyond […]