Milk industry to smash eco targets in year 1
(Thu 06 Aug 2009 14:07)
The diary industry will smash 2010 eco targets set by the Milk Roadmap campaign launched last year.
Amazon rainforest devastation continues
(Thu 06 Aug 2009 13:32)
Deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon rainforest was four times higher in June than the previous month, according to official data from Brazil’s National Institute for Space Research.
Technology helping farmers reduce crop waste
(Thu 06 Aug 2009 11:16)
Technology that can judge the size and health of crops may help save farmers thousands of pounds and reduce the use of harmful pesticides.
Supermarket ombudsman may stop environmentally damaging farming
(Thu 06 Aug 2009 09:48)
Suppliers will get a fairer deal from supermarkets under new laws introduced yesterday which could put an end to environmentally damaging farming.
Tesco green energy scheme branded 'sickening' by vegetarians
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 22:26)
Tesco green energy scheme branded 'sickening' by vegetarians
Climate Change Minister visits community project
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 15:24)
Energy and Climate Change Minister Joan Ruddock has visited a community renewable energy organisation this week.
Wales ditches red tape for greener homes
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 14:32)
From September, householders in Wales will find it easier to install renewable energy devices in their homes.
UK on track to secure energy supplies and meet green goals
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 13:31)
The UK is on track to meet the challenge of securing energy supplies as well as achieving its climate change objectives, a new report has concluded.
Lib Dems announce green policy
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 12:35)
The Liberal Democrats have announced their plans for a greener UK.
MPs 'unconvinced' by Government green targets
(Wed 05 Aug 2009 10:01)
MPs have warned the Government it must investigate the cost of not investing in carbon reduction measures immediately.
'Hedge Fund' can reverse decline in UK hedgerows
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 14:01)
A new kind of hedge fund is helping to plant more than 73 kilometres of hedges across the UK.
Vestas wins court order to evict demonstrators
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 12:32)
Controversial wind turbine manufacturer Vestas has won a possession order to evict the 20 workers protesting inside its Isle of Wight factory.
Groundbreaking wave technology tested in Orkneys
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 12:04)
A carbon-saving wave energy device is being tested off the shores of the Orkney Islands and, if successful, could be used on coastlines around the world.
Environmental organisations call for .eco domain
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 11:08)
A global environment group has joined the campaign for the introduction of a .eco (Dot Eco) domain.
Ofgem demands £6.5bn investment in carbon reduction
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 10:36)
Electricity companies need to invest £6.5 billion to improve customer service and encourage carbon reduction - but consumers may foot the bill.
Wave Hub secures contract to connect to National Grid
(Tue 04 Aug 2009 09:59)
The groundbreaking Wave Hub tidal energy project off the coast of Cornwall has secured a £1 million contract to connect to the National Grid.
Public inquiry into water company plans
(Mon 03 Aug 2009 16:57)
The Environment Secretary, Hilary Benn, has called for a public inquiry into the water resources management plans of Thames Water and South East Water, and for a public hearing into Portsmouth Water's plan.
Scottish protest camp promises direct action
(Mon 03 Aug 2009 15:40)
Eco-campaigners will target "climate change criminals" as part of a week-long protest in Scotland starting today.
Seven arrested after gluing themselves together in Vestas protest
(Mon 03 Aug 2009 14:55)
Police have arrested seven protestors who glued themselves to Ed Miliband’s London offices in protest at the closure of the Vestas wind turbine plant.
VAT removed from carbon credits to prevent fraud
(Mon 03 Aug 2009 10:10)
The Government has taken steps to stop carbon emissions fraud after studies showed there was a "substantial" risk of conmen targeting the UK.
