#decarbonisation

#decarbonisation

The biggest shake-up of green trade rules for decades comes into force today, as companies selling steel, cement and other high-carbon goods into the EU will have to prove they comply with low-carbon regulations or face fines. But a lack of clarity on how the rules will be applied, and the failure of the UK government to strike a deal with Brussels over the issue, could lead to confusion in the early stages, experts warned.

More businesses understand the environmental impact of new technologies and there is a more concerted effort to convene capabilities to mitigate environmental consequences and improve the resilience of energy supply chains. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is still the centre of the conversation, but the question remains as to how we can maximise the benefits of AI while mitigating the environmental consequences of increased dependence on the technology. This is where enabling deep tech companies to scale will be key.

Grid-interactive buildings represent the next evolution in sustainable real estate. These buildings communicate dynamically with the electricity grid, adjusting energy consumption and generation to optimise efficiency, cost, and environmental impact. How grid-interactive buildings operate Using advanced sensors, building management systems, and AI-driven controls, grid-interactive buildings monitor both internal energy demand and grid conditions. They can shift consumption to off-peak periods, store excess renewable energy in batteries, or feed energy back to the grid when appropriate.

Britain's decision to utilize Rolls-Royce SMR for its first small modular nuclear reactors represents a transformative step towards achieving a decarbonised power network by the mid-2030s.

The findings of the OECD Steel Outlook 2025 show there is an urgent need to address growing excess capacity, and the distortionary policies driving it, to ensure well-functioning global steel markets.

At Converge, we aim to decarbonise the construction sector by using AI to optimise concrete production, helping the industry build a net-zero future.