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Unilever tops UK ranking of energy efficiency and carbon reduction
Unilever has topped a UK ranking of energy efficiency and carbon reduction performance drawn up by the FTSE.
Smart meters not enough to cut domestic energy consumption
A new study released by the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy (ACEEE) reveals that smart meters alone are not sufficient to cut domestic energy consumption.
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UK smart meter company receives £4 million boost from Carbon Trust
UK smart meter company Intamac Systems is to receive a £4 million investment boost from Carbon Trust Investments, Seraphim Capital and Chandos Fund.
UK needs £550 billion investment to meet renewable energy targets
The UK will need an estimated £550 billion investment to meet its climate change and renewable targets between now and 2020, according to a new report out today.
90% of UK organisations not registered for CRC efficiency scheme
Some 90% of the businesses and public sector organisations covered by the Government’s Carbon Reduction Commitment Energy Efficiency Scheme are yet to register, according to the Environment Agency.
Scotland launches community-owned renewables study
Scottish Environment Secretary Richard Lochhead yesterday announced a new study of early stage financing for renewables projects that could put ownership into the hands of local communities.
Six UK firms switch on £1.2 million efficient lighting effort
Six UK firms have been awarded £1.2 million to undertake feasibility studies of new energy efficient lighting systems for homes.
UK energy secretary pledges “radical overhaul” of homes
UK Energy and Climate Change Secretary Chris Huhne will today champion the Coalition Government’s ‘Green Deal’, pledging a “radical overhaul” of the country’s homes.
EDF Energy bids to create smart grid for London
EDF Energy Networks is bidding to create a smart electricity distribution network in London to help the UK capital cut its carbon emissions 60% by 2025.
UK’s ‘greenest government ever’ fails to deliver on Budget
Yesterday, UK Chancellor George Osborne failed to deliver a significantly ‘green’ Budget, leaving promised low-carbon policies for the autumn.