News from 27 January 2015 on edie

World’s most resilient supply chains revealed

UK suppliers are the second most climate-resilient group in the world but have regressed in several areas since last year thanks to 'uneven regulatory support'.

Green gas now ‘serious contender’ to renewables market, says REA

Biomethane capacity in the UK has grown to a level that means it should now be seen as a 'serious contender' to the renewable energy market, the Renewable Energy Association (REA) has said.

Wind exec: Britain’s subsidies among best in the world

A senior figure at one of the world's largest wind-turbine manufacturers has praised the UK Government's Feed-in Tariff (FiT) scheme for increasing demand in renewable energy, but says planning delays are continuing to stifle the development of more wind projects across the country.

Scope 2 Reporting Guidance: the dawn of a new era for green electricity?

The Carbon Trust's business advice consultant Guy Rickard explains why the new GHG Protocol Scope 2 Guidance is much more than an update to accounting methodologies...

Energy

End of China’s coal boom in sight as consumption falls for first time

China's coal consumption fell for the first time in 2014 due to a rapid increase in renewable generation capacity, energy efficiency improvements and a shift away from heavy industry.

Infrastructure Bill: What it means and what they said

The recent debate and vote on the Infrastructure Bill - the first such vote for MPs on fracking - had major ramifications for the environment and the UK energy mix.

Smart London Plan: Boris seeks wayfinding solutions for booming population

The Mayor of London's office has partnered with the Institute for Sustainability to support local SMEs with innovative 'navigation and wayfinding' solutions that could cope with the demands of the capital's growing population.

Natural capital: Urgent action needed from next Government, report finds

England's 'natural capital' is in long-term decline and must be addressed immediately, according to the third and final State of Natural Capital report from the Natural Capital Committee (NCC).

Day: 27 January 2015