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Scotland unveils plans to meet renewables target of 20% by 2020
The Scottish Government unveiled plans this week to meet its target of generating 20% of its energy needs from renewables by 2020.
UK could be “natural owner” of wave power market, says Carbon Trust
The UK could generate up to £70 billion and create around 250,000 jobs if it takes a bold approach to the commercialisation of offshore wind and wave power, according to new research from the Carbon Trust.
CCS demonstration projects get go ahead in US but LA says no to coal
Two carbon capture and storage demonstration projects in the US are to receive $408 million in funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, but Los Angeles pledges to eliminate coal power.
New UK standard to help businesses improve energy efficiency
A new standard published this week will help UK businesses manage their energy usage and improve efficiency, says standards and certification body BSI.
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Scotland to make all public sector vehicles low carbon by 2020
Straight from enacting some of the most stringent climate change legislation, the Scottish Government is proposing that all public sector vehicles should be low-carbon by 2020.
Private sector to set up electric car network in North East England
Private sector companies are joining forces to develop an electric vehicle network in the North East of England.
Green light for low-carbon buses in England
The UK Department for Transport is launching a £30 million fund to encourage the purchase on low-carbon buses in England.
Masdar City to host International Renewable Energy Agency HQ
The International Renewable Energy Agency, which officially launched this January, has announced that Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City is to host its headquarters.
US Government turns light on energy efficiency
US President Barack Obama and Energy Secretary Steven Chu joined forces yesterday to announce new efficiency standards for lighting and further investment in energy efficient buildings.
US EPA grants California waiver on vehicle emissions
Four years after the first request from California to allow it to set its own limits on greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles, the Environmental Protection Agency has finally granted a waiver.