News from 16 July 2008 on edie

Energia could be sold to SSE

Independent Irish power company Energia could be taken over by Scottish & Southern Energy (SSE) by the end of the year.

Ireland one of most energy-dependent countries

Ireland is one of the most energy-dependent countries in the European Union, it has been found.

‘Service boilers to reduce carbon footprint’

Irish householders can reduce their carbon footprint by having their boiler serviced regularly, it has been claimed.

Survey reveals eco-apathy in Irish business

Over half of Irish employees claim that their company does not have an environmental policy, according to a new survey.

Eco incentives put forward in NI

New incentives to encourage people in Northern Ireland to adopt an environmentally-friendly lifestyle have been introduced.

Airtricity sets 15% market share goal

Renewable energy firm Airtricity has stated that it aims to achieve a 15% market share in five years.

NI to install solar panels on housing

Apartments and townhouses in Northern Ireland are to be fitted with solar panels in a new initiative from Solarcentury.

Renewables company to be formed by Airtricity founder

A new company to provide wind, solar and marine power has been envisaged by the founder of Irish wind energy company Airtricity.

ITN films news for edie

ITN is shooting footage for edie which will see the TV news company provide exclusive video interviews offering insight and analysis direct from leading figures in the environment sector.

Building industry ponders sustainability

The UK Green Building Council (UK-GBC) has launched a consultation to find out what guidance the industry needs to help it achieve Government sustainability targets.

ISO aims to regulate shipbreaking

Workers who dismantle decommissioned ships could be better protected after the publication of a new ISO document on shipbreaking.

Day: 16 July 2008