Carbon Disclosure Project picks first UK-based carbon calculation partner
(Wed 10 Nov 2010 12:59)
Ecometrica, the climate change and sustainability expert, has been named as a carbon calculation partner by the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP), an independent not-for-profit organisation holding the largest database of
US develops material that turns windows into energy generators
(Wed 03 Nov 2010 18:52)
Scientists at the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory and Los Alamos National Laboratory have fabricated transparent thin films capable of absorbing light and generating electric charge over
Top 10-selling eco products listed as consumers save cash and carbon
(Mon 01 Nov 2010 17:41)
The recession is leading to a surge in demand for products that help householders reduce their heating bills and make homes less draughty, according to one of the UK’s leading eco-retailers.
Home mortgage scheme launched to support eco self-builds
(Tue 26 Oct 2010 16:43)
Eco-conscious self builders and renovators can now access the funds they need and get rewarded for building eco homes, thanks to an exclusive new eco mortgage with an attractive interest rate, launched by BuildStore, in
VPhase energy saving device wins top industry award
(Mon 25 Oct 2010 20:29)
VPhase has scooped a prestigious industry award for its energy saving device for the home that cuts homeowners’ electricity bills by around 10%, lowers energy wastage and reduces carbon emissions.
On-line eco-retailer expands with purchase of EcoCentric
(Mon 18 Oct 2010 17:04)
One of the UK’s leading eco-retailers has extended its range of products with the purchase of an on-line, eco-lifestyle store.
Carbon Trust Standard launches new SME scheme
(Thu 07 Oct 2010 11:47)
The Carbon Trust has made it easier and more cost effective for the UK’s 4.8 million SMEs to cut their carbon footprints, save money and gain the respected Carbon Trust Standard.
UK firm launches new technology to boost renewable efficiency
(Wed 06 Oct 2010 18:28)
A North West solar panel firm is offering a new technology which once linked with electric solar panels, can help dramatically cut gas heating bills.
Sony Ericsson Elm tops new O2 green chart
(Thu 02 Sep 2010 13:58)
The Sony Ericsson Elm phone has been named the most sustainable handset on the market.
iPhone app controls home heating systems from mobile phones
(Mon 16 Aug 2010 11:46)
Household heating can now be remote controlled through mobile phones with the release of a new iPhone app from smart home firm PassivSystems.
World's largest tidal turbine unveiled ahead of trials
(Fri 13 Aug 2010 11:08)
The World's largest and most power tidal power turbine has been unveiled by Atlantis Resources Corporation, the leading developer of electricity-generating tidal current turbines.
Car designers flushed with success with loo-powered engine
(Thu 05 Aug 2010 16:27)
Pioneering engineers have come up with a unique way of running vehicles in the UK by harnessing loo power.
iPhone driving app launched to save fuel and cut carbon
(Tue 06 Jul 2010 14:15)
A fuel saving iPhone application has been launched to help motorists save fuel as they drive.
Electrolux looks to turn plastic islands into vacuum cleaners
(Wed 30 Jun 2010 22:14)
Electrolux, the world's second largest home appliance maker, has announced it will start recovering quantities of plastic from floating garbage islands in the Pacific, Atlantic and Indian oceans, and use the material t
Farm-based renewable energy group signs up first client
(Wed 30 Jun 2010 19:35)
Pioneering green energy specialist Farmgen’s own branded supply arm has revealed it has signed up its first major customer.
Company HQ's “Cathedral Effect” helps save energy
(Tue 15 Jun 2010 11:55)
An innovative design and build company has released details of a highly energy efficient way of controlling the temperature within buildings using low temperature heating and high temperature cooling.
Hanging Gardens of Basildon with UK’s first vertical allotments
(Tue 08 Jun 2010 12:38)
Things were looking up for Britain's space-strapped gardeners following the launch of the first vertical 'allotments'.
Eco 'power-wellie' launched to help Glastonbury-goers stay charged
(Mon 07 Jun 2010 14:55)
Mobile phone operator Orange has unveiled the Orange Power Wellie, a groundbreaking and innovative eco-mobile phone charging prototype created to keep Glastonbury Festival goers connected with their friends across the we
Good Energy launches new tariff under Green Energy Supply Certification Scheme
(Thu 03 Jun 2010 12:09)
Good Energy, the UK’s only dedicated 100% renewable electricity supplier, has launched a new core domestic electricity supply tariff which has been certified under the UK’s new Green Energy Supply Certification Schem
New website aims to explain the UK green energy market
(Thu 20 May 2010 12:33)
Increasing fuel costs and recent Government incentives offering substantial financial incentives for anyone interested in generating their own energy have brought the topic of energy to the forefront of everyone’s mind
