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US smart meters installation reaches two million

Two million smart meters have now been installed in the US, according to the Department of Energy.

US agencies propose ‘simple, straightforward’ fuel economy labels

The US Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Transportation are proposing changes to the fuel economy label to make it more simple and straightforward for buyers to compare the performance of electric, plug-in hybrid and conventional vehicles.

Scotland outlines a renewable future

The Scottish Government last week unveiled a report showing how the region could add £7.1 billion to the economy and deliver 10.6 GW of renewable energy to the grid.

US reaches milestone of 200,000 ‘weatherized’ homes

US Vice President Joe Biden announced last week that the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has reached the milestone of ‘weatherizing’ 200,000 low-incomes homes.

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UK Government to review role of water regulator Ofwat

UK Government to review role of water regulator Ofwat

The UK Government has announced a review of the country’s water regulator Ofwat to ensure it is “fit for the future”, value of money and offering what customers need.

Plans for Green Deal unveiled

Plans for Green Deal unveiled

Speaking yesterday at the launch of a support project for renewable energy businesses, Deputy PM Nick Clegg outlined plans for a new Green Deal aimed at reducing energy demand and carbon emissions while making homes warmer, saving consumers money and stimulating jobs.

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£4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm

£4m tidal energy contract awarded to Scottish firm

BiFab, a Fife-based manufacturing company, has today been named as winner of a £4m tidal energy turbine contract. It is believed that the turbine prototype will be the world’s most advanced to date.

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UK business group warns of delays to energy projects

UK business group warns of delays to energy projects

UK business group the CBI is warning that changing the country’s planning system could lead to further delays to energy projects.

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France launches €1.35 billion renewables investment

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.

US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt

US FutureGen 2.0 carbon storage project thrown into doubt

The US Department of Energy’s FutureGen 2.0 clean coal and CO2 storage project in Illinois has been thrown into doubt as the town Mattoon that had planned to house the storage site no longer wants it.