Day: 7 November 2013

Government ‘challenges’ automotive firms to drive efficient engine technology

A £75m fund for automotive companies to develop engine technologies that improve the efficiency of the modern car has been announced by the Government.

EU Environment Commissioner calls for a resource ‘revolution’

Global pressures on materials demand and the environmental impact of material use call for a revolution in "our mind-sets and behaviour" towards a resource efficient circular economy, says the EU Commissioner for Environment.

London bus pilot powers up with waste biodiesel

More than 100 London buses will run on fuel derived from used cooking oil and other food waste in a pilot scheme announced today by London Mayor Boris Johnson.

CCC: UK has no excuse to waver on climate policy

The UK has no justification to reduce its efforts on cutting emissions, according to the Committee on Climate Change (CCC).

Nick Clegg to say he won’t allow government U-turn on environment

Lib Dem leader to warn Tories not to abandon green policies as Treasury pushes for cutting carbon budget against expert advice

John Lewis measures up pros of pay-as-you-throw

The John Lewis Partnership is exploring a pay-by-weight model for its waste collection activities in a bid to gather more accurate data that will inform its sustainability strategy

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