Month: June 2021

Innovative new pilot scheme using US based dairy cooperative farms and forestry by-products could help climate change

Arla Foods is part of a consortium which has won Government funding to trail a new project using biochar, a charcoal-like substance made by burning organic material from agricultural and forestry wastes – biomass – in a controlled process called pyrolysis.

Leeds solar farm which could meet annual energy needs of up to 12,000 families recommended for approval

Banks Renewables submitted a planning application for the proposed new Barnsdale solar energy park between Kippax and Allerton Bywater in November last year.

One of the best homes in York is now up for sale

This house in York is one of the city’s prime properties. It is now for sale at offers over £2m with Prime Residential. Here’s the story behind its renaissance from renovation to completion:

Why bringing the Don Valley rail line in Stocksbridge back into passenger use could be a lifeline if Liberty Steel plant closes

Railfuture Yorkshire says good transport options are essential for locals in Stocksbridge who may need to look for jobs elsewhere due to the uncertainty surrounding Liberty Steel’s plant in the South Yorkshire town.

Ford EcoSport review: compact crossover struggles to keep up with the competition

Compact crossovers, B-SUVs, mini soft-roaders, call them what you will, there’s no shortage of high-riding supermini sized cars on the market right now.

Online furniture firm Made.com to make stock market debut

Made.com – co-founded by Lastminute.com entrepreneur Brent Hoberman – has priced its initial public offering (IPO) at 200p a share for when conditional dealing starts.

400 jobs to be created in Sheffield at new warehouse and fulfilment centre for Advanced Supply Chain Group

International logistics company Advanced Supply Chain Group (ASCG) has made a significant investment in a new site in Sheffield which will create hundreds of new roles in the next three years.

Jet2 boosts its financial position with a £387m bond offering as it prepares for a return to normality

The Leeds-based firm said it has taken decisive action to boost its finances over the past year, raising close to £1bn in liquidity from a wide range of funding sources to mitigate the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. This included £200m from the Bank of England’s Covid Corporate Financing Facility.

How Harworth's Logistics North scheme has helped create 5,500 jobs

Harworth Group and its joint venture partner, Knight Frank Investment Management have let Unit F2/G, a 149,300 sq ft Grade A warehouse unit at Multiply Logistics North.

Best tents UK 2021: the best four-man tents for camping, from Vango, Quechua, Snugpak

Tent sales are experiencing a huge surge in popularity, as people plan staycations and family holidays to campsites. I