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UK calls for 30% cut in EU emissions at climate meeting
As European environment ministers meet in Luxembourg today, Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne is backing calls for the region to increase its emissions reduction target to 30%.
Fossil fuel subsidies must end, says OECD
The OECD is renewing its calls to end fossil fuel subsidies should end in a statement yesterday to help cut greenhouse gas emissions and combat global warming.
Vestas sets good foundations for offshore wind construction
Danish wind power specialist Vestas has announced a major research and development effort to improve the foundations for large, deepwater offshore wind turbines and add energy storage technology.
EU over half way to 20% cut in emissions by 2020
The latest figures for EU greenhouse gas emissions show a continuing reduction, down 11.3% in 2008 compared to 1990 levels, keeping the region on course for a 20% reduction by 2020.
Ireland hits 2010 target of 15% renewable electricity
The Irish Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources Eamon Ryan yesterday announced that the country has achieved its 2010 target of generating 15% electricity from renewable sources.
EU gives go ahead for €10 million grant to Dutch carbon capture demo
The European Commission has given the go ahead for the Netherlands to back a carbon capture demonstration project with a €10 million grant.
Irish Government signs new deal on electric cars
The Irish Government yesterday signed an agreement with Japanese carmaker Mitsubishi Motors, its subsidiaries MC (Automobile) Europe and MMC Commercials and the Electricity Supply Board to promote electric cars.
UK 2020 renewables and emissions targets: nearly but not quite
The UK could miss its 2020 European renewable energy target of 15% and a goal of cutting greenhouse gas emissions by 34%, according a report from Cambridge Econometrics.
European Parliament approves energy efficiency labels and targets for homes
Earlier this week the European Parliament approved plans to extend the existing energy performance labelling scheme for household appliances and set a 2020 deadline for low-energy buildings.
Nissan announces price of “affordable” all-electric LEAF
Nissan yesterday announced that its “affordable” all-electric LEAF will cost under €30,000 after government incentives when it is launched in Europe.