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France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment
The French government last week launched a major investment programme in renewables and green chemistry totalling €1.35 billion between now and 2014.
Scientists lay out 20-year global plan for nuclear energy
UK scientists have laid out a 20-year ‘master plan’ for the global renaissance of nuclear power that could see the life of existing facilities extended and a new generation of mobile reactors.
Feed-in tariffs responsible for 75% of solar deployment, says study
The lure of feed-in tariffs has been responsible for around 75% of solar photovoltaic deployment around the world and 45% of wind power, according to a study by the US National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
IEA commends French energy policy but urges electricity market reform
The International Energy Agency last week commended France’s effort to adapt its energy policy to meet climate change targets, but urged it to move ahead with electricity market reforms.
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GrDF chooses Itron for smart meter deployment in France
French gas utility Gaz reseau Distribution France, owned by GdF Suez, has chosen Itron to deploy smart metering to 5000 households in northern France.
Landis+Gyr and CURRENT deliver smart solution for Spain and Portugal
Swiss energy management provider Landis+Gyr is joining forces with the European arm of US company CURRENT Group to cooperate on smart metering and grid solutions for Spain and Portugal.
Wind will lead the way in Europe by 2020
Wind power will take the lead from other renewable energy resources in Europe by 2020, according a new report from ENDS Europe.
Countries promise action on clean technologies
Government representatives attending the two-day Clean Energy Ministerial meeting in Washington DC have promised action on over ten initiatives aimed at promoting energy efficiency and clean energy.
Norway tops league of green building, with UK third
Norway has topped a global league of green building for the second year in a row, followed by Brazil in second place and then the UK, which climbs to third place for the first time.
EU reaches 10% renewables, while global investment grows
The EU reached over 10% renewable energy consumption in 2008, according to figures published by Eurostat earlier this week, while two reports from the United Nations reveal growing global investment.