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European proposals for energy efficiency targets clear next hurdle
Binding energy efficiency targets for Europe moved closer yesterday when the European Parliament’s Energy Committee approved the proposals.
Solar energy could meet one-sixth of heating and cooling needs, says IEA
Solar energy technologies could meet one-sixth of world’s heating and cooling needs, according a report out earlier this week from the International Energy Agency.
EC approves UK carbon emissions trading platform
The European Commission has approved the UK’s national auction platform signalling the go ahead for the trading of emission allowances – including from aviation – under the EU Emission Trading System.
Clean energy investment bounces back 24% to hit $60 billion
Global clean energy investment bounced back 24% in the second quarter of the year to hit almost $60 billion, according to Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s latest report.
EC confirms plans to cut emissions from cars and vans
The European Commission today confirmed its plans to introduce targets to reduce the CO2 emissions from new cars and vans even further.
Global renewable power generation to grow 40%, says IEA
Renewable power generation around the world will grow by more than 40% over the next five years, according to a report from the International Energy Agency.
Copenhagen pips Bristol to the post for European Green Capitol
The Danish city of Copenhagen has pipped Bristol and Frankfurt to the post to win the title of European Green Capital for 2014.
Germany plans €40 million network of 50 hydrogen stations
Germany is planning to invest €40 million in an expansion of the country’s network of hydrogen refuelling stations from 15 to 50 over the next three years.
Rio+20 a failure say green group despite 100 actions on sustainable energy
Despite securing more than 100 commitments and actions on sustainable energy, Rio+20 has been dubbed a failure by environmental groups.
Electronics giants call for on EU to speed up Ecodesign
Electronics giants Philips, Electrolux, Bosch and Siemens are calling on the European Commission to speed up the rollout of Ecodesign regulations so that more products are designed with sustainability and efficiency in mind.