Water shortage the biggest environmental concern on the planet, says survey
(Wed 19 Aug 2009 15:31)
Water shortages and pollution are a bigger danger to the planet than climate change and melting ice caps, according to a survey published this week.
Biofuels 'starving the poor to keep the cars of the rich running'
(Mon 17 Aug 2009 12:17)
Biofuels have gone from a global energy saviour to a bogeyman that threatens to ‘starve the poor to keep the cars of the rich running’, according to leading charity Christian Aid.
Environmental work should be 'part of mainstream education'
(Thu 13 Aug 2009 14:07)
Young volunteers are being put off environmental work because they are being forced to dig holes and pick up litter instead of learning about conservation, according to a study published today.
Airport tax could increase carbon emissions
(Thu 06 Aug 2009 16:53)
The UK Airport Departure Tax introduced by the Government could encourage more carbon emissions, claim a leading tourism organisation.
Only reform of the Energy Performance Certificates will bring about improvements
(Sun 26 Jul 2009 14:17)
Only reform of the Energy Performance Certificates will bring about improvements, says Director of the Association for the Conservation of Energy.
Solar industry being undermined by 'questionable research'
(Wed 22 Jul 2009 13:13)
The Solar Trade Association (STA) believes the solar industry is being undermined by ‘questionable research and poor advice’.
Government must overhaul waste system, says think tank
(Wed 22 Jul 2009 10:30)
Britain’s waste system is perceived as a means of employing stealth bin taxes, a new report has claimed.
Eco-town presents now-or-never opportunity for construction industry
(Fri 17 Jul 2009 13:52)
Eco-town presents now-or-never opportunity for construction industry.
UK Government's Green Wednesday - The reaction
(Wed 15 Jul 2009 15:27)
The UK’s leading climate change commentators, decision-makers and influencers are in agreement that the Government’s bold set of carbon-busting measures is the first step towards a greener future.
Cut red tape round green schemes and save billions, say councils
(Wed 15 Jul 2009 13:01)
Cutting Government red tape around green energy schemes could save homeowners £220 a year, according to a report published today.
Oxfam tells G8 to follow UK lead on climate change
(Wed 15 Jul 2009 12:11)
Leading international charities have slammed G8 leaders for their lack of urgency.
Environmental groups call for cuts in emissions
(Tue 14 Jul 2009 12:50)
Environmental campaign group Friends of the Earth has urged the government to make ‘fast and urgent’ cuts in emissions.
G8 on totally wrong track, says report
(Wed 08 Jul 2009 22:40)
Research institutes from around the world have published a report urging governments to fundamentally change their approach to climate change policy.
Government must back engineers to tackle climate change, says Dyson
(Fri 26 Jun 2009 12:08)
British entrepreneur Sir James Dyson yesterday criticised the Government for getting its priorities wrong.
Stimulus packages trigger focus on climate investments
(Mon 15 Jun 2009 12:12)
Stimulus packages trigger focus on climate investments
US is driving smart meter market growth as UK lags behind
(Thu 11 Jun 2009 13:09)
US is driving smart meter market growth
CRC: More doomed ship than flagship?
(Mon 08 Jun 2009 15:42)
Carbon conflict: renewable energy production can help cut emissions and provide jobs and wealth. Yet, proposals for the Carbon Reduction Commitment could seriously hinder this valuable industry, writes Jo Butlin, head of
Government carbon capture decision is “no brainer”
(Fri 29 May 2009 00:13)
WWF Scotland has issued a clear recommendation to the Government as it looks for the right UK site to test carbon capture technology.
Action needed to close the green energy loophole
(Mon 18 May 2009 23:23)
Action needed to close the green energy loophole
If we don’t know how many buildings are out there, how can we plan cuts in emissions?
(Sun 17 May 2009 19:30)
There is a paucity of information about the energy consumption of Europe’s 190m buildings. Could an independent ‘centre of excellence’ clarify where energy goes?
