Day: 8 September 2025

Colossal launches first-of-its-kind “Style Icon” competition in support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation

Stuart Mitchell

Colossal proudly announces the launch of the online Style Icon competition, presented by Elton John, David Furnish, and Charlotte Tilbury, in support of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Trendsetters are invited to compete for the title of Style Icon – a first-of-its-kind fashion competition – at www.StyleIcon.org. This exclusive fundraising campaign (open to residents of the U.S. and Canada, excluding Quebec) welcomes designers, fashion visionaries, and style enthusiasts of all kinds to step into the spotlight for a chance to win:   You’ve got flair, and the world needs to…

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Statera Energy powers up UK’s largest battery storage site, 300MW Thurrock Storage

Stuart Mitchell

Thurrock Storage, the UK’s largest battery energy storage system (BESS) developed by Statera Energy is now energised and delivering electricity to the grid. This landmark 300MW battery storage site is capable of powering up to 680,000 homes with instantaneous power over two hours. Thurrock Storage can respond rapidly to changes on the grid, delivering its full output of up to 600MWh within seconds. Strategically located close to London, Thurrock Storage will play a significant role in maintaining the UK’s energy security. It facilitates the immediate and efficient deployment of energy…

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Clean Growth Fund Secures £49m First Close of £150m Fund II to accelerate UK Climate Tech

Stuart Mitchell

Clean Growth Fund (CGF), the UK’s leading specialist climate tech venture capital firm,  recently announced the first close (£49m) of its second fund, targeting £150 million to accelerate the next generation of net zero innovation.   This milestone reflects growing investor confidence in both CGF’s track record and strength of the climate tech ecosystem.   In a remarkable show of confidence, two of CGF’s Fund I investors including Strathclyde Pension Fund have recommitted to Fund II and are joined by new investors Islington and East Riding LGPS, a powerful endorsement of the…

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Britain’s bus fleet grows – and gets greener – for ninth quarter running

Stuart Mitchell

New UK bus, coach and minibus registrations surged by almost two thirds  (62.5%) in Q2 with 2,968 registrations, according to the latest figures published recently by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). It represents the ninth consecutive quarter of growth as rising passenger levels give fleet operators confidence to invest.1   Q2 Q2 LY % Change YTD YTD LY  % Change MINIBUSES TO 6T AND 17 SEATS 1803 903 99.7% 3102 1754 76.9% SINGLE-DECK 648 536 20.9% 1339 1069 25.3% DOUBLE-DECK 517 387 33.6% 1059 693 52.8% Bus…

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American Lung Association Urges Schools to Test for Radon to Protect Students and Staff

Stuart Mitchell

 With more than 55 million children and 6 million adults spending their days in K–12 school buildings across the country, the American Lung Association is urging school administrators to prioritize indoor air quality by testing for radon, a leading cause of lung cancer and a hidden threat in many schools. Radon is a naturally occurring, odorless, tasteless, and colorless radioactive gas that can accumulate indoors, including in schools. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and is responsible for approximately 21,000 deaths annually. The only…

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