Variety of low carbon technology needed, expert says

An energy and environment professor has said that there is "no magic bullet" to lowering carbon emissions and that instead a variety of technology must be used.

Government sustainability "on track", emissions reductions lagging

The government's own operations seem on course to meet sustainability targets.

EU sticks to 20% renewables target

The EU has agreed to stick by its target to generate 20 per cent of electricity from renewable sources by 2020.

Green technology 'can help with economic recovery'

Developing a low carbon economy is the way out of the financial downturn and will leave countries and companies in a good position once it is over.

CCC: Electricity generation must be decarbonised by 2030

The UK's energy supply must be decarbonised if the country is to meet carbon emission reduction targets, according to the Committee on Climate Change.

'Old thinking' holding back sustainable energy

Incentives and support needs to be provided in order to shift the UK out of outmoded thinking that is holding back the transition to a low carbon economy.

Tech firms 'unengaged with climate change'

Electronics firms have largely failed to turn emissions regulation into an opportunity, say campaigners.

UNICEF praises Climate Change Bill passing

The Climate Change Bill is the "world's strongest" according to UNICEF UK.

Government to make 'world class climate change law'

Aviation and shipping will be included in targets to reduce the UK's carbon emissions, according to the government.

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.

Green investment will stimulate economies

Investing in green infrastructure and keeping to renewables and emissions targets could help governments beat recession, according to a new report.

BT considering Lancashire wind farm

BT is considering setting up a small wind farm to reduce its carbon footprint.

Scotland to cut emissions 80%

Scotland plans to cut emissions by 80 per cent by 2050.

Higher CO2 cuts could lead to £20bn savings

Cutting carbon emissions could also boost people's health and save EU nations money.

Immediate cuts to emissions must be made

Carbon emissions must be cut by three per cent a year to avoid irreversible significant impacts from climate change.

EU proposals make increasing carbon emission curbs harder

EU lawmakers are proposing to make it harder to increase the carbon emissions reduction targets and in a bid to keep regional heavy industries competitive.

Brits anticipate 'tougher emissions targets'

Some 62 per cent of people in the UK are expecting the government to enforce legislation in compliance with tougher carbon emissions targets by the year 2050, a new survey has revealed.

UK 'on target to meet Kyoto goals'

The UK is currently on track to meet the goals set out in the Kyoto Protocol, it has been announced.

Northern Ireland 'must do more' to promote energy efficiency

More must be done to encourage the uptake of renewable energy generation in Northern Ireland, a government minister has claimed.

Committee may recommend 'tighter' emissions targets

The UK may have to achieve tighter emissions targets than those already introduced, according to the head of a new climate change committee.

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