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EU urban mobility plan backs green transport
The European Commission earlier this week adopted a comprehensive plan for urban mobility that backs green transport, along with other measures to improve services.
British consumers confused by proposed new energy labels
British consumers are confused by the new energy labels for electrical appliances being proposed by the European Commission, according to a survey by consumer organisation Which?.
Ireland gets €500 million boost from bank for renewables
Renewable energy in Ireland is to get a €500 million boost from the European Investment Bank.
G20 leaders to phase out fossil fuel subsidies
At the end of the G20 meeting last week, leaders agreed to phase out subsidies to fossil fuels to reduce wasteful consumption, increase investment in renewables and tackle climate change.
Smart meter manufacturers agree interoperability standards
Three leading smart meter manufacturers, Iskraemeco, Itron and Landis+Gyr, have agreed interoperability standards across markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Business leaders urge global action on climate change
Business leaders from over 500 global companies have issued a demand for action on climate change to the UN General Assembly in New York.
UK computer institute launches green IT qualification
The British Computer Society yesterday launched new green IT qualifications aimed at helping IT professionals and businesses understand the environmental impact of IT and improve energy efficiency.
US should follow EU approach to energy efficient buildings
The US should be following the EU’s approach to improving energy efficiency in buildings, according to a report from the RAND Corporation.
E.ON and Siemens launch carbon capture pilot project in Germany
E.ON and Siemens have launched a carbon capture pilot project at E.ON’s Staudinger coal-fired power plant in Grosskrotzenburg near Hanau, Germany.
World’s largest offshore wind farm switched on
Last week Crown Prince Frederik of Denmark officially switched on the Horns Rev 2 offshore wind farm, which will be the world’s largest until Greater Gabbard comes online off the shores of the UK.