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4 weeks ago | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Dr Martin Lukavec, Senior Lecturer at the London School of Business and Finance, discusses how research informs policy, illustrated by the examples of randomised trials, behavioural economics and economic incentivesResearch informs policy - or at least it should - provided our politicians forget their ideologies for a minute or two, and our scientists do the same.
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1 month ago | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Nico Schmaeling, Senior Director Auxiliary Product Portfolio and New Energy at John Crane, discusses the role of Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS) in the pursuit of Net ZeroRecently, the UK has taken notable steps in its commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by finalising two significant carbon capture agreements.
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2 months ago | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Vicky Sins, Decarbonisation and Energy Transformation Lead at the World Benchmarking Alliance, discusses the role of electric vehicles in achieving sustainable road transport in EuropeIn an interview with Open Access Government, Vicky Sins, the Decarbonisation and Energy Transformation Lead at the World Benchmarking Alliance, discusses the importance of electric vehicles (EVs) in achieving sustainable road transport in Europe.
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2 months ago | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Rose Braden, President of the Softwood Export Council, explores how sustainably produced forest products can help slow global warmingAbove: This Softwood Export Council video focuses on sustainability in the North American softwood industry. It includes a definition of sustainability, provides insight into sustainable forest management, including state and federal laws, and highlights the advantages of using lumber.
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2 months ago | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
This overview by Open Access Government examines the priorities of three departments within the European Commission.
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Mar 6, 2025 | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Derren Nisbet, CEO of Virtuoso QA, analyses the UK Government's strategy regarding artificial intelligenceIt is entirely positive that the UK government is actively engaging in plans around artificial intelligence (AI), and computer power is at the centre of the plans for national renewal, which were announced in January 2025. These plans can generate growth in the economy, improve productivity and enhance the quality of life for citizens.
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Mar 3, 2025 | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Josh Blackburn, CEO of online tutoring company TLC LIVE, discusses how we can use mathematics as a tool for growth and inclusivityMathematics is more than a subject confined to classrooms; it's a universal language that provides a unique lens through which we can better understand the world's intricate systems, from technology to societal structures. In this article, I discuss how we can use maths as a tool for growth and inclusivity.
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Feb 25, 2025 | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Crown Commercial Service provides an explanation of open frameworks and the opportunities they present for the public sectorThe Procurement Act 2023 is implementing a slate of changes to the regulations that govern the way money is spent on the buying and selling of goods, products and services in the UK. Among the major changes is the introduction of a new kind of procurement framework called an open framework.
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Feb 19, 2025 | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Maria Nikolopoulou, a EESC member, argues that the European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform is Europe's best bet for a sustainable future As the world grapples with climate change, resource scarcity and geopolitical instability, one solution continues to gain momentum: the circular economy. Going circular could considerably reduce waste, lower emissions and drive sustainable economic prosperity.
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Feb 18, 2025 | 
openaccessgovernment.org | Jonathan Miles
Aarthi Janakiraman is Research Director of the Advanced SciTech Division at Everest Group. Here, she focuses on how agritourism is transforming Alberta's agriculture sectorAlberta, Western Canada, is well-known for its diverse agricultural practices, the cornerstone of its economy. It encompasses extensive crop cultivation and large-scale livestock farming, as its climate and geography are conducive to both.
