Day: 4 December 2009

Small country, big emissions – Ireland squares up to responsibilities in Copenhagen

Ireland's environmentalists have said that the country, though small, must do its bit at the COP15 talks as it has some of the highest emissions per head.

Mumbai water protests turn ugly

Police and protesters have clashed over water cuts in the Indian city of Mumbai, leaving one dead and dozens injured.

Denmark, climate summit host, tops wind power table

In the run-up to the crucial climate change talks in Copenhagen, the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) has published a league table showing which EU countries are best at exploiting CO2-cutting wind energy.

Energy

Offers on table for Copenhagen likely to deliver 3.5°C rise

European analysts are claiming that even if all nations deliver on the carbon commitments currently put forward for the COP15 negotations, the world is headed for global warming well over the 'safe' limit.

Energy

Water work sees surge in confidence

More firms than ever before see water and wastewater as an area where clients are likely to seek the services of an environmental consultant.

Circular economy

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