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Large-scale wind farms in US and Argentina get go ahead
Plans for two major wind power developments have been given the go ahead to move forward in Argentina and the US.
Global renewable power generation to grow 40%, says IEA
Renewable power generation around the world will grow by more than 40% over the next five years, according to a report from the International Energy Agency.
Australia brings in controversial carbon tax
Australia yesterday brought in a price on carbon emissions, with the country’s largest emitters initially liable for AUS$23 (€19) per ton of CO2 emitted.
Japan launches generous solar power incentives
Japan yesterday kicked off a new era in renewable energy with feed-in tariffs for solar power, as well as other renewables, that are expected to turn the country into one of the world’s biggest markets.
Rio+20 a failure say green group despite 100 actions on sustainable energy
Despite securing more than 100 commitments and actions on sustainable energy, Rio+20 has been dubbed a failure by environmental groups.
“Gaping holes” in Rio+20 draft deal, say environmental groups
The draft text outlined on the opening days of the Rio+20 Summit in Brazil has “gaping holes”, according to environmental group Friends of the Earth.
Development banks pledge a $175 billion jump start for sustainable transport
The world’s largest multilateral development banks, including the Asian Development Bank and the World Bank, are pledging to provide $175 billion over the next ten years to support sustainable transport in the developing world.
UN launches sustainable cities initiative
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is launching a new initiative to promote efficient use of energy, water and other resources in the world’s cities as Rio+20 gets underway in Brazil.
Political and business leaders call for action to save climate and economy
A group of international political and business leaders including former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair have published an open letter calling for coordinated action to save the climate and the economy.
New technologies could slash carbon emissions, says IEA
New technologies could transform the global energy system, reducing carbon emissions, increasing energy security and generating a huge investment return, says the International Energy Agency.