Bristol launches multi-million pound renewable energy project
(Tue 24 Jan 2012 16:52)
Bristol has been handed a £2.5 million grant from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to meet most of the costs of developing an energy services company and investment programme.
Earth to be hit by biggest solar storm for seven years this week
(Mon 23 Jan 2012 22:53)
A radiation surge from a massive solar storm is heading towards Earth at 4 million miles per hour as American scientists warn of the potential risk of disruption.
Energy Minister announces details of UK's first marine energy park
(Mon 23 Jan 2012 06:30)
The South West of England has been handed the opportunity to lead the world with offshore wind, wave and tidal power as the Government today reveals the region as the UK’s first marine energy park.
UK's renewable sector back on track with country's first marine energy park
(Sun 22 Jan 2012 12:28)
The Government is looking to get the UK's bruised and battered renewable industry back on course with the announcement of the first marine energy park tomorrow.
Forecast of heavy rain sparks UK flood alert as Met Office issues warning
(Sat 21 Jan 2012 16:59)
The UK Met Office has issued a severe weather alert warning of heavy rain on Tuesday and Wednesday, which could trigger flooding.
Appeal court judges to deliver Feed-in Tariff ruling on Wednesday
(Sat 21 Jan 2012 12:01)
A Court of Appeal decision on whether to allow the Government's legal bid to overturn a ruling that its cuts to the Feed-in Tariff was unlawful is to be announced on Wednesday, January 25.
Isle of Man's oil and gas gamble set for multi-million pound renewable windfall
(Sat 21 Jan 2012 10:51)
The Isle of Man is looking to cash in on an ambitious renewable energy programme following a remarkable decision to surrender its share of the UK's oil and gas revenues.
ClickGreen's latest review of the week is now available online
(Fri 20 Jan 2012 18:34)
Read a round-up of the latest green news, views and analysis.
Key evidence clears way for CPS to decide if Energy Minister will be charged
(Fri 20 Jan 2012 11:52)
A crucial court ruling challenge over key evidence relating to speeding claims against Secretary of State Chris Huhne has been dropped clearing the way for a CPS decision.
DECC introduces fallback date of March 3 for Feed-in Tariff cuts
(Thu 19 Jan 2012 14:56)
Energy Ministers have introduced a new reserve deadline date of March 3 for the introduction of cuts to the Feed-in Tariff rate for solar PV should their Court of Appeal bid fail.
UK's renewable capital goes back in time for modern-day energy
(Wed 18 Jan 2012 18:49)
The UK's renewable capital Sheffield has granted planning permission to go back in time for a modern-day, low carbon energy solution.
London orders drivers to turn off engines but admits it will not be enforced
(Wed 18 Jan 2012 18:04)
The Mayor of London has come under attack after launching a campaign telling the capital's motorists to switch off their engines when stationary only to admit the law will not be enforced.
UK gears up for roll-out of hydrogen-powered vehicles
(Wed 18 Jan 2012 17:03)
A ground breaking project to ensure the UK is well positioned for the commercial roll-out of hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles has been launched today.
Planners reject controversial windfarm plans for the Highlands
(Tue 17 Jan 2012 16:33)
Supporters of the Save the Monadhliath Mountains (SMM) campaign have welcomed today’s decision by the Highland Council’s Planning Application Committee to object to proposals for a large onshore wind farm at Allt Du
Zoo keeper has pedalled three times around the world to look after rhinos
(Tue 17 Jan 2012 14:22)
A senior rhino keeper has been named as Chester Zoo’s Green Traveller of the Year after cycling to work every day for the past 17 years.
AVC Energy stays quiet on huge job cut reports
(Tue 17 Jan 2012 12:09)
Directors at one of the UK's leading renewable energy installers AVC Energy are refusing to comment on claims its entire workforce has been placed on notice of redundancy.
Police downsize patrol car fleets to save on cash and carbon
(Mon 16 Jan 2012 13:40)
Police forces across the UK are downsizing their fleet of patrol cars and equipment under a new programme designed to save on carbon and cash.
Councils ordered to scrap bin fines for mixing recycling with rubbish
(Mon 16 Jan 2012 10:19)
The Government has confirmed it is to scrap hefty fines that punish people for putting rubbish or recycling in the wrong bin.
First communities named to cash in on £10m local energy scheme
(Mon 16 Jan 2012 09:00)
The UK's Energy Secretary Chris Huhne has today announced the first 82 local energy projects to win funding from the new £10m Local Energy Assessment Fund.
UK colder than Moscow as Met Office steps up Cold Weather Alert
(Sun 15 Jan 2012 13:58)
The UK's current sub-zero weather conditions are likely to worsen as the Met Office increases the warning level of its existing Cold Weather Alert.
