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Day: 8 August 2008

Scientists claim solar energy breakthrough

A team of scientists say they have found a revolutionary way to harness solar power so that its energy can be stored for use when the sun is not shining.

Music festival to measure emissions

One Irish music festival is striving to be the most carbon-neutral festival in Europe.

Recycling rates rise 7%

Domestic recycling in Ireland rose by almost 7% last year, according to recycling body Repak.

Biofuels failing to meet standards

Environmental groups have called for biofuels targets to be scrapped after data published by the Renewable Fuels Agency showed that less than 20% of biofuels currently on sale in the UK are meeting environmental standards.

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