Author: Emma

The relationship between infrastructure and the 2050 net zero target is the focus of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) State of the Nation 2020 report. The UK has a “once-in-a-generation opportunity to recalibrate the economy” and build a net zero future, says ICE. The new report, published on 1 July 2020, sets out a […]

This month, Cosmic has written a guest blog post for the SWIP website, looking at reducing driving during lockdown. Devon-based social enterprise, Cosmic, have cut 84,000 miles of driving during lockdown by transitioning to virtual skills training delivery. The company has a vision to inspire people to achieve success in the digital world, and has […]

The UK’s COVID-19 lockdown has dramatically changed the way society uses our infrastructure systems with empty roads, quiet airports and cleaner air, just some of the consequences. But what does this mean for the ongoing challenge of decarbonisation and achieving net zero emissions by 2050? Will the coronavirus pandemic lead to permanent change in the […]

18 proposals submitted to build or reopen lines and stations across the South West, closed in and around the Beeching cuts Bids will now be considered by expert panel, taking next step toward improve connectivity for communities across the country Part of wider £500million Restoring Your Railway fund to level up the country Eighteen bids […]