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Upfront cost of energy efficient improvements still deters homeowners

8/13/2010 10:25:10 AM: Homeowners are still unwilling to invest in low carbon technologies due to the upfront cost.

Defra publishes energy usage online

8/3/2010 5:24:16 PM: The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has begun publishing its real-time energy usage online.

Eco-friendly TVs from Sony aim to save energy

5/14/2010 2:19:10 PM: Sony is aiming to boost its eco credentials with a new TV which switches itself off when no one is watching.

UN calls for e-waste measures in emerging economies

2/22/2010 3:18:24 PM: United Nations tells emerging economies to prepare for e-waste 'mountains'.

Coalition paints hydrogen future

12/1/2009 3:05:08 PM: An international group of organisations has issued a statement to Yvo de Boer, promoting the use of hydrogen-powered transport options.

IT is vital weapon in climate change arsenal

11/12/2009 9:25:06 AM: IT will play a critical role in reducing carbon emissions by covering a wide range of sectors.

Recycling rise in Merseyside

10/9/2009 12:10:09 PM: A large increase in recycling rates has been noted in a UK region.

UK council recycling initiative launched

9/16/2009 9:05:11 AM: A scheme has been launched to improve recycling rates in the UK through councils.

Call for renewable energy education improvement

9/4/2009 8:37:11 AM: British Eco Energy calls for more public awareness.

Nationwide search for low carbon innovators

8/25/2009 2:17:06 PM: A competition is looking for the UK's most pioneering low carbon solutions.

New worldwide climate initiative launched

8/24/2009 9:17:11 AM: A new internet initiative has been created to help young people tackle climate change.

UK citizens told how lifestyle changes can help stop climate change

6/26/2009 10:15:02 AM: Pamphlet to highlight how individuals can make a difference.

Green builds failing to cope with climate change challenge

6/9/2009 2:55:07 PM: The number of energy-efficient buildings being constructed is rising, but not quickly enough to deal with rising emissions.

UK consumers urged to recycle electricals

5/29/2009 3:31:06 PM: People in the UK are failing to properly dispose of electronic devices such as PCs and televisions.

British data centre powering local residents

4/22/2009 6:05:03 PM: A London data centre aims to share the power generated by its excess heat with neighbouring homes and businesses.

Resource efficiency could save business £6.4bn

4/1/2009 5:31:22 PM: Resource efficiency could save UK businesses £6.4 billion in one year, according to a new report.

Car emissions have dropped says industry

3/11/2009 5:08:09 PM: Carbon dioxide emissions from new cars have dropped on average, as has cars' share of national emissions, according to an industry body.