News from 10 August 2010 on edie

US energy company pledges green growth

An energy company declared among America's 50 biggest air polluters has published its latest sustainability report.

US landfill fire sparks toxic smoke fears

Environmental regulators reassured people they faced no serious health risk from smoke billowing out of a burning landfill in Oklahoma.

Water recycling increase carbon emissions, study says

Rainwater harvesting and greywater recycling systems may cut water use but they come at the cost of greater carbon emissions, a study reveals.

Green machine debuts in Emerald Isle

A car dubbed the world's first affordable mass produced electric vehicle made its European debut in Ireland this month.

Inspection spotlight falls on ageing North Sea rigs

Ageing oil and gas rigs in the North Sea will undergo safety checks in a bid to avoid 'serious consequences'.

North East cash boost for green industry

A government funding programme to back heavy industry in Newcastle and surrounding towns will include cash for low-carbon projects.

Business fears over impending CRC scheme

Businesses say mapping energy use is their biggest concern when it comes to a new government scheme to tackle carbon emissions.

Dung Beetle – VW runs on sewage

A Water company in the West Country has converted a Volkswagen Beetle to run on biogas made from sewage.

Government measures up to Whitehall waste

The public can now track how much energy Whitehall wastes thanks to online energy meters, the government has announced.

Fishy delight for Scottish scientists

Scientists have voiced delight in the results of a survey of fish in Scottish estuaries which found more than 20 species.

Billions could face starvation as climate change threatens rice production

Rice production - a food considered vital for cutting poverty - will be ruined as temperatures rise in growing areas through climate change, according to a new study by an international team of scientists.

Russia declares state emergency as heat-wave and fires spread

Russia has declared a state of emergency in one area and banned the export of grain as a heat wave and wild fires grip the nation.

Day: 10 August 2010