Biodiversity net gain
This POSTnote outlines the mandatory biodiversity net gain policy introduced in England in 2024 and the risks and challenges for delivering its objectives.
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Carbon dioxide targets (237 KB , PDF)
Following the ‘Earth Summit’ last year, the UK agreed to limit emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) to their 1990 levels by the year 2000, due to concerns over the possibility of global warming. The Government is now developing plans to meet this target.
This POSTnote looks at current and future trends in UK CO2 emissions and how the commitment for 2000 might be met.
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Carbon dioxide targets (237 KB , PDF)
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Automated vehicles
This POSTbrief explains what automated vehicles are and how they work. It outlines developments in the UK, benefits and concerns and policy considerations.
