Caring for the Earth will “create economic growth, not hinder it”
(Wed 20 Apr 2011 21:27)
The United Nations' Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro today called on countries to embrace a low-carbon, resource-efficient, pro-poor economic model, which will ensure progress while also promoting harmony with
Mega farms could drive hundreds of UK farms out of business
(Mon 18 Apr 2011 10:11)
Hundreds of UK farmers could be driven out of business if planning permission is granted for mega farms in Britain, a joint report from the Soil Association and the World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) reve
Simpler carbon financing can accelerate sustainability in Africa
(Mon 11 Apr 2011 12:32)
There are an estimated 1.4 billion people around the world living without electricity. 2.4 billion rely on wood, charcoal, animal dung and kerosene for fuel. In East Africa, 90% of the population rely on solid fuels for
Time to rethink Japan's energy future, says EPI
(Fri 08 Apr 2011 14:03)
The Earth Policy Institute has called on Japan to examine a renewable energy future in the wake of the Fukushima nuclear disaster.
EU's flagship climate policy destined to fail, report warns
(Thu 07 Apr 2011 11:14)
The EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) has failed to cut carbon emissions and will continue to fail when the new phase is launched in 2013, according to a new briefing published by Carbon Trade Watch and Corporate Europe
Scientists call on UK to stay on course with nuclear energy
(Tue 29 Mar 2011 21:01)
The UK can realise a £10 billion economic opportunity through adopting a new, holistic approach to nuclear energy that would tackle concerns over security of energy supply, rising oil prices and safety issues, a new rep
Commercial buildings should hold energy certificates
(Tue 29 Mar 2011 20:17)
The UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC) has today called for the mandatory display of an A to G rating for the energy efficiency of all non-residential buildings, to drive efficiency, cut costs encourage refurbishment.
Resource-rich Africa is well placed for ‘green economy’ switch
(Mon 28 Mar 2011 21:30)
Africa is well poised to take advantage of a host of opportunities on the continent for building a ‘green economy’, a future that generates decent jobs in an environmentally sustainable way, a senior United Nations o
Spring spells time to get ready for Green Deal
(Thu 24 Mar 2011 18:57)
Spring is here. Temperatures are rising and life is beginning to bloom again, which should mean that mean households will be reaching for the off switch on their central heating.
Green sector leaders give Budget a lukewarm reception
(Wed 23 Mar 2011 16:44)
According to campaign group Friends of the Earth, today's Budget will do little to help people cope with long-term rising fossil fuel prices, capitalise on the UK's huge green job potential or tackle climate change.
Japan's nuclear crisis blows open debate on future energy
(Thu 17 Mar 2011 17:29)
In the aftermath of the Japanese earthquake and resulting tsunami, amid fears of a radiological disaster, commentators worldwide are postulating one question: is this the end of nuclear power? Alisa Murphy, CEO of B9 Coa
Intervention is ‘best chance’ to save endangered species
(Thu 17 Mar 2011 10:44)
A University of York scientist is proposing a radical programme of ‘assisted colonisation’ to save species endangered by climate change.
Industry reacts positively to UK's Renewable Heat Incentive plan
(Thu 10 Mar 2011 11:37)
Industry leaders today welcomed the UK Government’s announcement of its world-first scheme to support renewable heating.
Business must inspire the public to make low-carbon choices
(Wed 09 Mar 2011 11:31)
Businesses must do more to give consumers the information they need to make informed choices about buying low-carbon products, according to the CBI.
EU and UN failing sustainability challenge, warns property industry
(Tue 08 Mar 2011 11:05)
Governments and international institutions must stop "dithering" and help facilitate a global standard for measuring the sustainability of buildings, property industry leaders will urge this week.
Campaign launched to protect UK's marine energy funding
(Wed 02 Mar 2011 19:14)
A campaign has been launched to urge the UK Government not to cut vital financial support for the marine energy sector.
UN calls on nations to act quicker on climate change action
(Wed 02 Mar 2011 12:10)
The United Nations climate change chief has called on governments to quickly transform the agreements reached in the Mexican city of Cancún last year into tangible action on the ground, and provide clarity on the future
Indonesian carbon confusion threatens a warmer world
(Mon 28 Feb 2011 18:55)
Indonesia has promised to become a world leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions but the route forward is far from clear, according to the World Agroforestry Centre.
Closed mines can be used as geothermal energy source
(Fri 25 Feb 2011 17:08)
Scientists have reviewed the potential for worldwide development of geothermal energy systems in old, unused mines.
Calls grow for major research programme on smart meter health risk
(Tue 22 Feb 2011 21:41)
Expert scientists working with the Environmental Health Trust (EHT), a non-profit research and educational group, say that new studies showing that the same smart meter technology used in mobile phones excites the brain
