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Transport emissions could be slashed Carbon emissions from the transport sector could be reduced by more than a quarter, according to a new report.


Electric companies could help motor industry The electrical industry is considering stepping in to assist the ailing vehicle sector.


Algae-based oil would save 160m tonnes CO2 Research into algae-based oil, which emits 80 per cent less carbon dioxide than fossil fuels, has received a funding boost.


Government programme needs more promotion The government should do more to promote its insulation initiative, according to environmental campaigners.


Europe to fund more hydrogen research The European Commission has launched public-private funding for hydrogen and fuel cell technology research.


Consumers 'must think about carbon' An environment specialist has urged consumers to think carefully about carbon when buying goods.


Low carbon vehicle scheme launched The government has launched a multi-million pound scheme to improve the development of green vehicles.


UK emissions reduction target should be 80% The government has been urged to raise the target for carbon emission reductions.


Busway scheme to cut emissions approved A scheme to cut carbon emissions and congestion has received government funding.


Green transport projects to receive £23 million in funding Green transport projects in the UK are set to receive some £23 million in government funding to accelerate the process of getting greener cars on UK roads.


Government 'must do more to promote green travel' A campaigner for Friends of the Earth has asserted that the government must do more to promote green travel options, the Daily Express has reported.


Eco-towns 'have low carbon potential' Eco-towns have the potential to address social needs such as affordable housing alongside environmental and economic issues, a planning expert has suggested.


Ireland plans to 'go green' Ireland has announced plans to make further developments to green energy technology in the country, the prime minister has said.


Environment secretary says low-carbon incentives are needed Incentives may encourage European car manufacturers to comply with proposed restrictions to reduce carbon emissions, the environment secretary has claimed.


Flat-pack homes 'could help' reduce emissions. A new development of flat-pack homes could help reduce residential carbon emissions, it has been claimed.


UK greenhouse gas emissions down in 2006 New figures have revealed the UK cut its greenhouse gas emissions in 2006, though several sectors failed to improve their performance.


California set to fight low-carbon ruling Officials in California have vowed to fight a US federal government decision that has blocked their plans to try to limit carbon emissions from cars and other vehicles.


Aviation growth 'a serious threat' to low carbon future A leading environmental charity has warned that the fast-growing nature of air travel means the aviation industry represents a threat to the UK's targets for reducing its carbon emissions.