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Biofuel exceeds UK Government targets but fails on sustainability

Biofuel exceeds UK Government targets but fails on sustainability

The proportion of biofuel in road transport fuel exceeded the UK Government’s target last year, but largely failed to meet sustainability criteria, according to the latest figures from the Renewable Fuel Agency.

US Senators look set to unveil ‘scaled-back’ climate bill

US Senators look set to unveil ‘scaled-back’ climate bill

US Senators John Kerry and Joe Lieberman, authors of the proposed American Power Act, look set to unveil a new draft with scaled back ambitions, according to Reuters reports.

Aerial view of London 2012 Olympic park

London Olympics to miss renewable energy target

London Olympics to miss renewable energy target

The London 2012 Olympics is unlikely to meet its target of producing 20% of its electricity from new local renewable sources, the London Assembly was told yesterday.

Horse Hollow Wind Farm, USA (Credit: GWEC)

EU reaches 10% renewables, while global investment grows

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.

Renewable SAMCA's La Florida solar thermal plant

Spain overtakes US as world leader in solar thermal power

Spain overtakes US as world leader in solar thermal power

Spain has overtaken the US as the world leader in solar thermal power generation.

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UK Government promises certainty for energy industry

UK Government promises certainty for energy industry

The UK Coalition Government has announced today that it plans to strengthen draft National Policy Statements (NPSs) for energy infrastructure, like new nuclear reactors and offshore wind farms.

Wales plans to lead the way in energy efficient homes

Wales plans to lead the way in energy efficient homes

The Welsh Assembly Government yesterday announced plans that will see the region lead the way in new green homes, setting the UK’s highest energy efficiency standards.

GE WattStation electric vehicle charger

GE unveils smart-grid compatible electric vehicle charger

GE unveils smart-grid compatible electric vehicle charger

GE has unveiled its latest foray into low-carbon technologies – an easy-to-use, smart-grid compatible electric vehicle charger.

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EPA unveils renewable fuel targets for 2011

EPA unveils renewable fuel targets for 2011

Earlier this week, the US Environmental Protection Agency unveiled its proposals for renewable fuel targets for 2011.

New England and Eastern Canada agree efficiency goals

New England and Eastern Canada agree efficiency goals

New England five Eastern Canadian Provinces have agreed to a series of actions to boost energy efficiency and renewables across the region.