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Shipping agrees to voluntary energy efficiency measures
At the end of last week, the United Nations shipping agency the International Maritime Organisation agreed to voluntary proposals to reduce emissions.
US and China join forces on energy efficient buildings
US Energy Secretary Steven Chu has signed an agreement between the Department of Energy (DOE) and the Chinese Ministry of Urban-Rural Development (MOHURD) to join forces on energy efficient buildings.
G8 leaders agree to limit global temperature rises
G8 leaders meeting in L’Aquila, Italy this week have agreed to limit global temperature rises to 2°C and cut emissions by 80% by 2050.
Is the clean economy going to begin at G8 talks in Italy?
Leading companies and WWF International are calling on global leaders meeting in L’Aquila, Italy this week to “let the clean economy begin”.
South Korea unveils $84 billion green action plan
The South Korean Government has unveiled an $84 billion green action plan aimed at making it one of the top ten green nations by 2020.
ECOtality to expand electric car charging network into China
Electric transport and infrastructure company ECOtality is to expand its manufacturing and distribution operations for electric vehicle charging systems in China.
Australia makes a job of energy efficiency
The Australian Government is bringing together environment and employment departments to ensure that job seekers will find energy efficiency training and work opportunities.
Masdar City to host International Renewable Energy Agency HQ
The International Renewable Energy Agency, which officially launched this January, has announced that Abu Dhabi’s Masdar City is to host its headquarters.
Europe finances CCS demonstration in China
The European Commission has set out plans to establish an investment scheme to co-finance the design and construction of a demonstration power plant with carbon capture and storage in China.
Asian Development Bank policy targets clean energy
The Asian Development Bank’s latest energy policy aims to help Asian and Pacific countries develop an adequate energy supply while cutting greenhouse gas emissions.