News from 0 February 2013 on edie

Renewable generation up but coal leads in UK energy mix

Last year's third quarter saw a 2.6% increase in the amount of UK electricity generated using renewables compared with the third quarter of 2011.

Coca-Cola on track to fully abolish HFC fridges

More than 85% of Coca-Cola Enterprise's (CCE) new refrigerator purchases since 2011 have been HFC-free and as of 2013 all commercial arrangements for new refrigerators will meet this standard.

Marine energy gets strong vote of confidence with £20m of Government funding

Two British companies have been awarded a share of £20m in Government funding in an attempt to drive growth in the UK marine energy sector.

Waste industry awaits verdict of Judicial Review hearing

The future of commingled recycled collections could be decided in the next few weeks after the judge overseeing the Judicial Review ended the hearing in Cardiff on Tuesday (26 February) to consider his verdict.

Social enterprise invests to capitalise on WEEE recast

A not-for-profit scheme is expanding its e-waste recycling capabilities to meet what it sees as a growing demand in the market for unwanted electrical items.

RHI feed-in tariff style plans not delivering investor certainty

A long-term budget plan, which will see the non-domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme modelled on the solar feed-in tariff, has been unveiled by the Government today.

Businesses offered free advice on converting to cost-cutting electric fleets

The Energy Saving Trust (EST) is to offer 100 businesses in England free analysis of their fleets to establish how electrical vehicles could reduce costs.

‘Worrying lack of support’ puts Britain’s marine energy potential at risk

Without a sufficient level of support from the Government, Britain risks surrendering its world lead in marine energy, according to a report released today by RenewableUK.

Oxfam exposes supply chain ‘failings’ of biggest food brands

Oxfam has launched a brand scrutiny exercise of some of the world's largest food and beverage companies in a call for greater transparency.

Value of European EfW market will rise to $5bn by 2016

Investment in the European energy-from-waste (EfW) market is expected to reach $5bn by 2016 as landfill diversion strategies gather pace over the next three years.

FCC Environment backs the Resource Revolution

FCC Environment, one of the UK's leading waste management companies, has thrown its weight behind the Resource Revolution.

Running a ‘greener’ fleet

Improving sustainability and delivering on the green agenda is a priority for the government, public sector and businesses large and small, so it is no surprise that service departments are being asked to play their part, says Mark Forrest.

Energy

Month: February 2013