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UK consortium to develop ‘carbon efficient’ biofuel from waste
The UK’s Carbon Trust is bringing together a consortium of businesses to develop commercially viable ‘carbon efficient’ biofuel from municipal and wood waste.
Japanese carmakers unite to standardise electric vehicle charging
Japanese carmakers Toyota, Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors, along with Fuji Heavy Industries and The Tokyo Electric Power Company have joined forces to standardise electric vehicle charging.
Germany launches electric car trial in Rhine-Ruhr region
Businesses and research organisations in Germany are joining forces to trial 150 electric vehicles in the Rhine-Ruhr commuter belt.
UK scrappage scheme cuts vehicle emissions
Average CO2 emissions from new cars in the UK fell by the largest margin ever last year driven by the Government scrappage scheme and the recession, according to new figures.
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US backs carbon capture and storage projects
The US Department of Energy is backing two post-combustion carbon capture and storage demonstration projects in Texas and Virginia.
Environmental groups sue EC over biofuel documents
A coalition of environmental groups yesterday filed a legal action against the European Commission over its failure to release documents concerning the impact of biofuel use.
Daimler and BYD join forces on electric vehicles for China
German carmaker Daimler last week agreed to join forces with BYD on the development of electric vehicles for the Chinese market.
New York Governor promises $40 million to improve energy efficiency
New York Governor David A. Paterson yesterday announced a $40 million investment to improve the energy efficiency of the state’s schools, universities and colleges, hospitals and not-for-profit agencies.
Energy efficient driving should be part of the test, says CBI
Energy efficient driving should be part of the driving test, says UK business lobby organisation the CBI, in a bid to save costs and reduce emissions.
Three UK regions get £30 million for electric car infrastructure
The UK Government yesterday announced the rollout of a £30 million investment in electric vehicle infrastructure for London, Milton Keynes and the North East.