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Canada commits to 25% cut in emissions by 2020
The Canadian House of Commons last week voted through legislation that would commit the country to cut greenhouse gas emissions 25% on 1990 levels by 2020 and 80% by 2050.
Asian Development Bank backs 3000 MW solar power initiative
The Asian Development Bank announced a new initiative on Monday that aims to support the generation of 3000 MW of solar power over the next three years.
UN urges improved energy efficiency to tackle poverty
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon is urging improved energy efficiency and access to clean energy in a bid to tackle poverty and climate change.
Australia scraps cap and trade scheme
Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has scrapped his government’s plans to introduce a carbon cap and trade scheme, according to media reports.
Vestas receives order for 2100 MW from Portuguese utility
In one of the largest orders ever seen, Danish manufacturer Vestas is to supply EDP Renováveis, the renewables division of Portuguese utility Energías de Portugal, with wind turbines up to a capacity of 2100 MW.
Australia ditches homes insulation programme amid safety concerns
The Australian Government has ditched plans to relaunch its home insulation programme, halted earlier this year amid widespread concerns over safety, quality and fraud.
World Bank backs South African coal-fired power plant
The World Bank last week gave the go ahead for a $3.75 billion loan to South Africa to support the construction of a 4800 MW coal-fired power station and two 100 MW renewables projects.
Ontario announces CAN$9 billion investment in renewables
The Canadian province of Ontario has awarded CAN$9 billion (£5.9 billion) worth of contracts for 2500 MW of renewable energy.
Renault-Nissan, Enel and Endesa to work together on electric mobility
The Renault-Nissan Alliance revealed today that it has signed an agreement with Italian and Spanish energy companies Enel and Endesa to work together on the infrastructure for electric mobility.
DONG Energy bids for Danish offshore wind farm
DONG Energy yesterday confirmed that it has tendered a bid to the Danish Energy Agency for a 400 MW offshore wind farm near the island of Anholt.